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Schefelker Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 30 Google reviews · Running trail in Stoughton, Wisconsin · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Distance
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Shade
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Access
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Confirmed from Schefelker 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 Schefelker Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (30 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

Nice little playground and alot of free space to throw a frisbee . There is also a wooded area with a trail that goes through it.

★★★★★ — Wilsons , Aug 2019

I enjoy walking up there and sitting on the bench and listening to the birds and watching nature. Great to get fresh air. Helps to clear the head from troubles. There are some new playground equipment equipment for kids too.

★★★★★ — Gail , Aug 2022

A nice place to relax. The park is giant, but there are a variety of swings for children, and one that mothers can use with their child. The nearby trail is a nice stroll outside.

★★★★★ — Megan , May 2023

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Plan your run at Schefelker 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.
  • Phone(608) 873-6677

Hours

Monday 5 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 5 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 5 AM–10 PM
Thursday 5 AM–10 PM
Friday 5 AM–10 PM
Saturday 5 AM–10 PM
Sunday 5 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 Schefelker Park

1200 Overlook Dr, Stoughton, WI 53589

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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.