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Red Clay State Historic Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,339 Google reviews · Running trail in Cleveland, Tennessee · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Red Clay State Historic 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.
State park with Native American exhibits & cultural activities, plus picnic areas & an amphitheater.
What runners say about Red Clay State Historic Park
“The park is beautiful and easy to walk, even for someone with limited mobility like me.”
“The park’s grounds are truly remarkable, providing visitors with breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere.”
Full of history and a beautiful little spot. Nice, gentle walks available and the Blue Hole spring is really something to see,,,amazing color. The cabins and structures built for display help you imagine the Cherokee experience of the 1820's-1830's.
My visit to Red Clay State Historic Park was an unforgettable experience! The peacefulness that surrounded the park today stands in contrast to the tense times of the Cherokee council meetings held here in the 1830s, just before the Trail of Tears.
Red Clay State Park is a true hidden gem, offering a perfect blend of history, natural beauty, and educational Red Clay State Park is an incredible destination that offers a perfect mix of natural beauty, historical significance, and educational experiences.
This state park was very informative about our Cherokee Indians that tells about trail of tears. There is a museum inside the visitor center . They have a gift store too. Their are walking trails on the grounds that have information about the grounds. A very nice state park
Trail conditions & character
“The park’s grounds are truly remarkable, providing visitors with breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere.”
“The park’s grounds are truly remarkable, providing visitors with breathtaking views and a serene atmosphere.”
“The website does not explain that the museum and visitor center, and subsequently all other things there other than walking and restrooms do not open when the park is open.”
“Lantern-lit pathways led by informative and appropriately dressed (as)19th-century historians.”
Plan your run at Red Clay State Historic Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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- Phone+1 888-867-2757
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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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