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Royal Palm Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 485 Google reviews · Running trail in Oakland Park, Florida · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Distance
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Shape
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Shade
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Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Royal Palm 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.

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What runners say about Royal Palm Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (485 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 7 mentions

“I Love spending my time here It is kept so very clean and the entire Park is just a Beautiful place!”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 9 mentions

“I Love spending my time here It is kept so very clean and the entire Park is just a Beautiful place!”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 6 mentions

“Such a serene park offering the variety of playground, fishing, walking, a nature trail, and basketball courts.”

Great walking trail set between 2 lakes, very picturesque with some waterbirds. There are marked areas for playtime for the kiddos near entrance area. For sitting, there are benches scattered throughout.

★★★★☆ — Denise , Oct 2022

Beautiful Park! Enclosed playground and a beautiful nature trail. 💚🌿🪴🌴🌳

★★★★☆ — Andrea , Jun 2022

🧘🏾‍♀️I enjoyed my therapeutic evening Walk. The animals were out socializing. A nice day in the neighborhood park. (1 miles = 2 rounds) There are rest / excerise stops along the way. A diversity neighborhood. I'm glad dogs are not allowed but there's alot of friendly ducks because the neighborhood feed them- love it!!.

★★★★★ — Mary , Jul 2025

Royal Palm Park is an exceptional destination that offers a serene and picturesque environment. The park's lush greenery and tranquil atmosphere provide a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, from leisurely walks to peaceful picnics.

★★★★★ — Kastro , Jun 2025

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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 10 mentions

“I Love spending my time here It is kept so very clean and the entire Park is just a Beautiful place!”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 6 mentions

“Such a serene park offering the variety of playground, fishing, walking, a nature trail, and basketball courts.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“Initially gave it 5 stars… now that they close the bathrooms for whatever time they seem to find fit, it’s a burden.”

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Plan your run at Royal Palm Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
  • Websiteoaklandparkfl.gov
  • Phone+1 954-630-4500
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 8 am–10 pm
Tuesday 8 am–10 pm
Wednesday 8 am–10 pm
Thursday 8 am–10 pm
Friday 8 am–10 pm
Saturday 8 am–10 pm
Sunday 8 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 Royal Palm Park

1701 NW 38th St, Oakland Park, FL 33309

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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.