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Ralph V. Chisholm Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 760 Google reviews · Running trail in St Cloud, Florida · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Ralph V. Chisholm Regional 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.
What runners say about Ralph V. Chisholm Regional Park
“There are plenty of pavilions for rent, ideal for hosting parties, and the park is well-equipped with amenities like a lighted boat ramp, restrooms, and clean picnic areas.”
“A Gorgeous park for all outdoor activities with a baseball field, playgrounds, picnic areas; even bring your horses & enjoy a ride in the lake or gallop around the open acreage.”
“When you get there the first thing that sticks out to you is the beautiful oak trees that provide excellent shade to the playground area.”
“It is a wonderful and peaceful outdoor destination.”
“The combination of natural beauty, well-maintained facilities, and a family-friendly atmosphere makes this park a top recommendation for anyone visiting the St.”
I recently visited Ralph V. Chisholm Regional Park at 4700 Chisholm Park Trail, St. Cloud, FL, and had an amazing experience! The park is located right on the shores of East Lake Tohopekaliga, providing stunning waterfront views that make it perfect for family picnics, gatherings, or simply a peaceful day outdoors.
Great view of the water with beach sand. Huge open field with covered seating/tables. A lot of trees. Can easily walk a mile around the area without running into the same thing twice. Baseball field. Restrooms. There's even two hammocks. Great spot to spend time and relax.
Plenty of shaded picnic tables and bbq grills among large trees, good playground for kids, clean facilities and easy water access. Note that the trail around the edge of the park can get muddy after rain, but overall a very nice easy walk.
Nice place for views of forest and lake, with shaded playground, baseball field, and picnic areas. We didn't hike yet, but there is also supposed to be a 2 to 3 mile hike starting here too.
Trail conditions & character
“A Gorgeous park for all outdoor activities with a baseball field, playgrounds, picnic areas; even bring your horses & enjoy a ride in the lake or gallop around the open acreage.”
“When you get there the first thing that sticks out to you is the beautiful oak trees that provide excellent shade to the playground area.”
“There are plenty of pavilions for rent, ideal for hosting parties, and the park is well-equipped with amenities like a lighted boat ramp, restrooms, and clean picnic areas.”
“It is a wonderful and peaceful outdoor destination.”
“Cloud and is easily accessible from Narcoossee Road.”
“The park is super clean with plenty of free parking as well as free admittance.”
“Note that the trail around the edge of the park can get muddy after rain, but overall a very nice easy walk.”
“There are plenty of pavilions for rent, ideal for hosting parties, and the park is well-equipped with amenities like a lighted boat ramp, restrooms, and clean picnic areas.”
Plan your run at Ralph V. Chisholm Regional Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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 — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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Hours
| Monday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–5 pm |
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