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Russell A Freeman Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,149 Google reviews · Running trail in Idaho Falls, Idaho · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Russell A Freeman 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.
What runners say about Russell A Freeman Park
“Situated along a serene riverside, it features lush greenery, open spaces, and well-maintained walkways that offer stunning views at every turn.”
“This park has some wonderful trails, plenty of nice areas to relax, beautiful trees, a nice play area, disc golf, baseball field, and a small creek running along part of the park.”
“Situated along a serene riverside, it features lush greenery, open spaces, and well-maintained walkways that offer stunning views at every turn.”
“This park is a standout destination that beautifully combines natural scenery with family-friendly amenities.”
So happy to have found this park! It is expansive and has a walking, biking trail all around the perimeter. It borders the river so you can connect with the Riverwalk and go for miles if you like. There's a playground and several benches for sitting. It has at least one bathroom that was clean and well stocked.
This is a pretty good sized park. There is a playground area that is good for both older and younger kids. It has a large climbing web for the older kids, and easy to climb options and slides for younger kids. There are also swings.
While we love the playground and walking paths at Freeman Park, the pavilion by the playground was covered in graffiti with inappropriate language this visit. I hope that’ll be resolved soon as this is one of our favorite parks.
Part of that string of green spaces lining the Snake River, the beautiful Freeman Park is on the east bank, just south of the Idaho State University Campus. On the river walk you can take a little detour or find a spot in this ample green space for a picnic.
Trail conditions & character
“This park has some wonderful trails, plenty of nice areas to relax, beautiful trees, a nice play area, disc golf, baseball field, and a small creek running along part of the park.”
“Situated along a serene riverside, it features lush greenery, open spaces, and well-maintained walkways that offer stunning views at every turn.”
“The disc golf course adds a fun, active element, and the snow hill becomes a seasonal favorite during the winter months.”
“It has at least one bathroom that was clean and well stocked.”
“Paved trails for walking, jogging and cycling course through Freeman Park, past tall mature trees.”
Plan your run at Russell A Freeman 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.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Websiteidahofallsidaho.gov
- Phone+1 208-612-8100
Hours
| Monday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 5 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 5 am–11 pm |
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