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Sinclair Lewis Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 232 Google reviews · Running trail in Sauk Centre, Minnesota · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Sinclair Lewis 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 Sinclair Lewis Park
“Lovely campsite friendly staff, had the best time plan on returning soon , Restroom and shower always clean a very friendly and well kept camp area.”
“The playground area was a lot of fun for my child and he loved to swing while looking at the beautiful lake.”
“The bridge and dock were very peaceful spots to enjoy as well.”
A lot of nice little details. The trail has musical instruments along it's path. They have a great playground and even a observation dock. We had a reunion there and the covered shelter really came in handy.
A quick picnic lunch and a walk along the path at Sinclair Lewis Park on 9/8/23. Always so relaxing walking here...
Nice campground over seeing lake. Boat ramp close.. Sites average size.. My #48 was fhu but small (but my class B fit fine. Some sites have little tilt.. 2 dump stations. Tents sites too. Close to town.. Very popular place.. Great online site to reserve at.. City park next to CG w playground. Sprinkler park.
We always stop here on way through. This is my favorite park of all the parks we've been to, hands down. A super fun and unique playground, picnic tables, so much space for running and walking, and you can't beat that lake view! My son loves to watch the ducks.
Trail conditions & character
“A super fun and unique playground, picnic tables, so much space for running and walking, and you can't beat that lake view!”
“Very nice playground, boat launch is good, multiple docks, fishing dock is new, band area is great and frequently used for public events, bathrooms are kept up well.”
“The bridge and dock were very peaceful spots to enjoy as well.”
Plan your run at Sinclair Lewis 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
- Websitesaukcentre.govoffice2.com
- Phone+1 320-352-2203
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–10 pm |
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