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Rock Island Trailhead Hartman Park
4.9 ★★★★★ 80 Google reviews · Running trail in Lee's Summit, Missouri · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Rock Island Trailhead Hartman 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.
Popular, scenic trail, plus a playground and a baseball field.
What runners say about Rock Island Trailhead Hartman Park
“Beautiful new park and a great way to get on the trail.”
I got here early on July 4th. It was a beautiful walk! So much to take in and enjoy. There were deer along the way. Lots of friendly folks, though by 9am it was getting a little people-y and traffic picked up. A beautiful and amazing trail for anyone up for adventure!
Part paved and part gravel, you won’t run out of trail to walk or bike.
This is a gem of a park while bicycling! Clean, climate controlled restrooms make a huge difference. This is currently the only restroom on the Kansas City side of the Rock Island Trail, besides the Crane Brewery in Raytown. The other trailheads do have porta-potties, but no running water.
this is an amazing trail. my only complaint is trail etiquette. so many folks walking in groups or straight lines that you can't get around or go past. if you're taking up more than half (or the entire trail) please move over.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful new park and a great way to get on the trail.”
“Clean, climate controlled restrooms make a huge difference.”
“Excellent trailhead for Rock Island Trail system.”
“Part paved and part gravel, you won’t run out of trail to walk or bike.”
“Part paved and part gravel, you won’t run out of trail to walk or bike.”
“It is mostly shaded, flat and a combination of paved and crushed stone.”
“Louis, and I truly appreciate the water fountain with the water bottle refill!”
Plan your run at Rock Island Trailhead Hartman Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- 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
- Websitemakeyourdayhere.com
- Phone(816) 503-4800
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