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Patriots' Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 24 Google reviews · Running trail in Fort Walton Beach, Florida · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Patriots' Trail's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Patriots' Trail
“Peaceful, beautiful trail with stations depicting the lives of Fighter Pilot Bud Day and his Wife.”
I love taking my dog for a walk on this trail. The city put a lot of money and effort into revitalizing the "California ditch". It shows. Neighbors who live off the trail have planted flowers and shrubs that they maintain.
Peaceful, beautiful trail with stations depicting the lives of Fighter Pilot Bud Day and his Wife. Military Branches and their Seals etched into the concrete sponsored by Local businesses and organizations. Thank You Colonel Bud Day and Mrs Day for your sacrifices and giving your lives for country.
This is a great little park in the middle of the city! It has a cute historic walking trail with some wildlife. They also have Frisbee Disc Golf (if that’s what it’s called) and some tennis courts. If you want something to do it’s worth checking out!!
Nice quiet walk, don't know that I would do it in the evening by myself.
Trail conditions & character
“Military Branches and their Seals etched into the concrete sponsored by Local businesses and organizations.”
Plan your run at Patriots' Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Phone+1 850-244-8191
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