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Peace Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 347 Google reviews · Running trail in Janesville, Wisconsin · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Peace Park'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.
City park featuring a large wooden playset, mountain biking trails, and a picnic area.
What runners say about Peace Park
“Hiked a little ways while visiting Janesville, it was beautiful.”
“Very peaceful and kiddos said it was their favorite so far.”
“Some things look to be needing replacing soon but an absolute amazing park for all ages.”
Best hiking in janesville and really great place for mountain biking. The park is big too so kids will enjoy. Lots of room and fun can be had at Rockport park.
Very nice and calm place . Big place area, walking/running trails around . Swimming pool also there.
Love the playground here, it's rich with symbolism and lots of visual art. We can't wait to try out the pool. We hiked one of the trail loops to a small bridge and creek. It was lovely to find cute little forts that kids had built with logs in the woods along the way. Very beautiful and peaceful trails!
Beautiful trail. Serene. Not a lot of other humans. Trickling streams.
Trail conditions & character
“Hiked a little ways while visiting Janesville, it was beautiful.”
“Very peaceful and kiddos said it was their favorite so far.”
Plan your run at Peace Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitejanesvillecvb.com
- Phone(608) 755-3025
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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