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Shepard Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 182 Google reviews · Running trail in Summerville, South Carolina · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Shepard 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.
Neighborhood park featuring shaded walking paths, play structures & a pond with turtles.
What runners say about Shepard Park
“It was clean, had a variety of playground equipment for them to play on, (old school stuff like a merry-go-round and seesaw), and the azaleas were in bloom.”
“a winding path around the property, a scenic pond, beautiful ducks and a playground to satisfy the kids.”
“The tall trees provide plenty of shade for all, and a water fountain is nearby if needed.”
Kinda small but honestly fit our needs for a cute walk. And I’m obsessed with this Dino lol.
Also referred to as the James Allan Playground, this neighborhood park provides all the elements for relaxation... a winding path around the property, a scenic pond, beautiful ducks and a playground to satisfy the kids. The tall trees provide plenty of shade for all, and a water fountain is nearby if needed.
Perfect fenced playground for toddlers and small children. Outside of fence there is a nice walking trail with a wooden bridge and gazebo.
Just a special kind of gorgeous when the azaleas and wisteria is in bloom in late March. We pass this park all the time on the way to church, but have never really stopped until then. We just took half an hour to walk around and enjoy the scenery, and the smells!
Trail conditions & character
“The tall trees provide plenty of shade for all, and a water fountain is nearby if needed.”
“a winding path around the property, a scenic pond, beautiful ducks and a playground to satisfy the kids.”
“A great little park for a stroll, dog friendly and mostly shaded.”
“Highly recommend for a nice, uncrowded spot to enjoy a little outdoor fun!”
“The tall trees provide plenty of shade for all, and a water fountain is nearby if needed.”
Plan your run at Shepard Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadwater — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitesummervillesc.gov
- Phone(843) 510-0005
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
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