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Shiloh Conservation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 191 Google reviews · Running trail in Billings, Montana · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Shiloh Conservation Area'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.
Preserve featuring paved pathways and a pond for fishing, plus bird-watching.
What runners say about Shiloh Conservation Area
“I also just love enjoying a walk around this beautiful conservation park.”
“Great walking area for all ages and dogs.”
“Great place to take the stroller or take the dog for a walk.”
Great walking area for all ages and dogs. Most of it is paved and there are different trails you can go on so you do not have to walk the whole 1mile trail if you don’t want to. It is right across the street from the Scheel’s shopping area with decent parking. Lots of water and wildlife as well.
Great place for a walk especially with your dogs . Almost everyone keeps their pets on a leash which is great when you are training puppies. Always pretty and enjoy watching the wildlife. You can add to this walk by crossing Shiloh to Joel's pond trail behind Scheels. Dogs are welcome at Scheels if behaved .
Great conservation spot right across from Scheels. Most of the trails are paved and we rollerbladed. Lots of duck and geese. My kids also enjoyed the educational signs all over. We saw friendly people and dogs; dogs have to be on a leash. We'll be back.
Beautiful area for a nice easy walk. If you are looking for a longer walk, it also connects up with larger bike/walking trails.
Trail conditions & character
“People bring their dogs a lot, and there is a variety of wildlife around.”
“Most of it is paved and there are different trails you can go on so you do not have to walk the whole 1mile trail if you don’t want to.”
Plan your run at Shiloh Conservation Area
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitebillingsmtpublicworks.gov
- Phone(406) 657-8230
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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