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Poage Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 398 Google reviews · Running trail in Woodway, Texas · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
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Shape
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Shade
Tree cover
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Poage 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.

ShadedLit at nightStroller / ADAHillyRestroomsWaterTrailhead parkingQuiet

What runners say about Poage Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (398 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 7 mentions

“The Park was clean and the covered patio was large and plenty of room for the kids to play.”

🌳 shaded & cool 10 mentions

“Parking was easy to find, but I noticed most spots didn’t have much shade, so if you’re hoping to keep your car cool, that might be a bit of a downside.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 5 mentions

“Nice quiet place to sit and read or walk and also if you have kiddos it's a great place for them with the playground.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

“Overall, it felt peaceful and family-friendly, a perfect spot for downtime without feeling busy or overwhelming.”

Beautiful shaded park with big trees. Love how this park is shaded, that helps a lot during summer season. There is plenty of playing and sitting area. Located off of Highway 84, it's east to see and access from the road.

★★★★★ — Leyley , Jun 2019

This park is very fun for kids of all ages. They have a small playground and swing set good for kids 1-3. The bigger playground has different equipment good for kids 3-10. There is also a larger swing set and a merry-go-round.

★★★★★ — Jocelyn , Jan 2023

Good park for the family! Usually quiet. Lots of room to move around and playground equipment in good condition. Good place to drop a family member off with some little ones to run errands. I'd consider it safer than most other parks. You should check it out!

★★★★★ — Andrew , Jul 2021

Had my Grandson Birthday and the park... The Park was clean and the covered patio was large and plenty of room for the kids to play.The park also has a nice walking track which the adults enjoyed walking..It's in a nice setting next to Hi 84...

★★★★☆ — Doug , Apr 2021

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🌳 Shaded / tree cover 10 mentions

“Parking was easy to find, but I noticed most spots didn’t have much shade, so if you’re hoping to keep your car cool, that might be a bit of a downside.”

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🚻 Restrooms 5 mentions

“There is bathrooms whish are very near to the playing area, and a big covered sitting area with benches where people can seat and eat or even have big parties.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 5 mentions

“Nice quiet place to sit and read or walk and also if you have kiddos it's a great place for them with the playground.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 3 mentions

“Even if you are worried about tripping over the roots of a beautiful tree as kids climb over a little steep hill, time flies by as you chase after the children playing happily.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Parking was easy to find, but I noticed most spots didn’t have much shade, so if you’re hoping to keep your car cool, that might be a bit of a downside.”

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🚰 Water fountains 2 mentions

“There is also a restroom onsite and two water fountains.”

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Stroller / ADA accessible 2 mentions

“The park is surrounded by a track that is 3/10 of a mile which is great for strollers, walking and jogging.”

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💡 Lit for night running

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Plan your run at Poage Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • 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.
  • ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
  • LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websitediscoverwoodway.com
  • Phone+1 254-772-4050
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 5 am–10:30 pm
Tuesday 5 am–10:30 pm
Wednesday 5 am–10:30 pm
Thursday 5 am–10:30 pm
Friday 8 am–7:10 pm
Saturday 5 am–10:30 pm
Sunday 5 am–10:30 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Poage Park

100 Poage Dr, Woodway, TX 76712

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.