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Ridgeview Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,106 Google reviews · Running trail in Waynesboro, Virginia · Dawn to dusk

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Distance
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Shade
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Access
Dawn to dusk

Confirmed from Ridgeview 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.

ScenicStroller / ADARestroomsWaterTrailhead parking

Riverside park offering basketball, baseball, tennis and soccer courts, plus playgrounds and picnic tables.

What runners say about Ridgeview Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (1,106 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 3 mentions

“The pool looks well-maintained although crowded the playground is a lot of fun and you could just sit and mull the day as canoers pass by quietly.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 7 mentions

“We came here for my daughter’s soccer game, and it’s such a beautiful outdoor place!”

If you're looking for family fun this is the place. A pool. Kayaking. Trails. Soccer fields. Playgrounds and just plain laying in a lazy river fun!!!!

★★★★★ — Susan , Jul 2024

We love our walks along the south River. So very peaceful. Park at the Serenity Garden, enjoy the Zen & pretty flowers then find your way down to the riverside.

★★★★★ — Sherrie , Jun 2025

A beautiful park with walking trails perfect for enjoying with your dog. It features picnic tables, a nice playground for kids, and a scenic river that winds through the park, offering a pleasant spot for a stroll.

★★★★★ — Misskay , Oct 2024

This is such a hidden gem! We were passing through town and wanted a place to let the kids get out and run around to stretch their legs. We were initially looking for a playground, but never even made it over there. We found this view and stayed put. The bridge takes you to huge fields.

★★★★★ — Jenny , Aug 2024

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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.

🏞️ Scenic views 8 mentions

“We came here for my daughter’s soccer game, and it’s such a beautiful outdoor place!”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 2 mentions

“Plenty of parking, I hope that they come back post Covid.”

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🚻 Restrooms

“And there are clean bathrooms on site, too.”

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🚰 Water fountains

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Stroller / ADA accessible

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Plan your run at Ridgeview Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
  • 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
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websitewaynesboro.va.us
  • Phone(540) 942-6735
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 6 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–10 PM
Thursday 6 AM–10 PM
Friday 6 AM–10 PM
Saturday 6 AM–10 PM
Sunday 6 AM–10 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 Ridgeview Park

700 S Magnolia Ave, Waynesboro, VA 22980

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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.