Home › Michigan › Madison Heights › Rosie's Park
Rosie's Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 754 Google reviews · Running trail in Madison Heights, Michigan · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 1 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Rosie's 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.
30.9-acre park offering wooded trails, an ice rink, grills, a BMX 1/2 pipe, sports courts & fields.
What runners say about Rosie's Park
“My son has played ball at Rosie’s for years, the fields are always well kept.”
The kiddos had a great time on their first visit, saying it's better than the other park. This park features two playgrounds, a skate park, swings, and a soccer field. You can also walk your dog here since it is stretched all around the park. Definitely recommend.
Nice park with many amenities. Baseball, basketball. There is also a mulched kids play area which is nice. There is a 1 mile running trail as well. Best part I think is the public restrooms. It was pretty clean inside too.
Great little park! There is a 1/2 mile and mile long paved track for running, walking and biking! A great park for a beginner biker or runner. Park benches along the path & a section is covered by lots of trees! Small little share-a-book library if you forgot to bring something to read!
My Granddaughter Joy an I had a great time at Rosie's. Walked the whole trail. It was end of school year picnics, but Joy just moved right in on them. One class gave her bubble mixture...And she probably got 20 "way to go" and "I love your shirt", on her Harry Potter shirt.
Trail conditions & character
“People were walking their dogs along the walking paths and the trees are mature and the vibe is very friendly.”
“I parked off Hales and that's a nice spot to start on the trail or get to the baseball diamonds, but not great parking for the large playground.”
“There is a 1/2 mile and mile long paved track for running, walking and biking!”
“Went there to see a baseball game under the lights.”
Plan your run at Rosie's 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
- Distance1 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- 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 trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitemadison-heights.org
- Phone+1 248-589-2294
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–10 pm |
Running trails near Madison Heights
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Huffman Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 199 reviews
Neighborhood park with a playground, picnic tables, and a softball field, plus fitness equipment.
Red Oaks Nature Center
4.7 ★★★★★ 934 reviews
38-acre natural habitat with trail systems, seasonal displays in a log cabin & family programs.
Ambassador Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 66 reviews
Park with a playground, picnic areas, soccer field, and tennis courts, plus a trail.
Green Acres Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 353 reviews
Wooded park, the site of many festivals, with grassy areas, picnic pavilions & volleyball courts.
Busse Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 140 reviews
Playful park and peaceful spot featuring a playground for kids, as well as a walking path and a swing to accommodate special-needs children.
Civic Center Park Madison Heights
4.6 ★★★★★ 778 reviews
Amenities include a playground, grills, athletic courts & fields, sledding hills & a skate park.