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South Garner Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 153 Google reviews · Running trail in Garner, North Carolina · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of South Garner Park yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
Recreation area offering sports fields, tennis courts, a big playground & a short hiking trail.
What runners say about South Garner Park
“the ball fields and soccer fields are always beautifully maintained and the tennis courts are always clean .”
We visit this park every Sunday so the guys can play soccer while I enjoy the trails. They have public restrooms and the park is kept very clean. They also have a playground, tennis court, as well as places to play softball/baseball
Always a great time when I come to Garner park! There are lots of things for adults and kids to see and do. It's nice seeing so many people being active and enjoying themselves. I would definitely recommend taking a walk through this park next time your near by!
This park is amazing to walk to .. the ball fields and soccer fields are always beautifully maintained and the tennis courts are always clean . They provide doggie station throughout the parks.
Went for a soccer game. Has a few bleachers, space to bring your own chairs, a nice covered area with picnic tables, and a walking trail around the fields.
Trail conditions & character
“Three baseball fields, tennis courts, and a playground for the kiddos with public restrooms and a covered patio.”
“The parking for the tennis courts is accessible from the other side of the neighborhood, opposite the main entrance.”
“We were there watching our granddaughters play ball but were constantly interrupted by 2 small barking dogs.”
Plan your run at South Garner Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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 trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitegarnernc.gov
- Phone(919) 773-4442
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