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Poplar Walking Trail

4.3 ★★★★☆ 45 Google reviews · Running trail in Arkansas City, Kansas · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Poplar Walking 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.

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PavedOpen 24hRestrooms

What runners say about Poplar Walking Trail

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (45 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏃 great for running 2 mentions

“Great place for a walk, run or bike trip.”

It's a good distance to walk... but I wish two things...1. It was paved better... it's crumbling in most places and hard to walk on...2. They planted poplar trees which grow fast provide shade and would add to the appearance of the park... otherwise plenty to do and a nice place to walk... NEW FOR KIDS...

★★★★☆ — Kelli , Jan 2021

Great place to walk. The recent improvements are fantastic. My only issues with it is the trail needs to be a little wider. Everyone has their own pace of walking, and it's difficult to pass people just out for a stroll. Also would like to see a hydrant installed for filling water bottles. All in all, 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

★★★★★ — Brent , Sep 2022

Great place for a walk, run or bike trip. It is crushed asphalt so not very good for skates and what not.

★★★★★ — John , Apr 2023

I try to come here as often as I can, for the book trail, exercise stations and sun.

★★★★★ — Kimberly , Aug 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.

🛣️ Paved surface 2 mentions

“It is crushed asphalt so not very good for skates and what not.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

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Plan your run at Poplar Walking Trail

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • 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.
  • At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
  • Phone+1 620-441-4473

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

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 Poplar Walking Trail

1018-900 E Poplar Ave, Arkansas City, KS 67005

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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.