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South Lake Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,098 Google reviews · Running trail in Overland Park, Kansas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from South Lake 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.
This 14-acre park features a playground, a trail, a fishing lake, basketball, restrooms & more.
What runners say about South Lake Park
“Parents, glance around and throw away anything that might have been left behind by inconsiderate visitors but it really is clean and beautiful place to relax.”
“There is a very beautiful small lake, playground, tables, benches, restrooms and very decent Trail for walking or running.”
Beautiful park, gorgeous lake. Paved walking trail around the lake .42 miles. Nice playground and basketball court.
Very nice park! Perfect for walks, exploring wildlife, playing at the playground, going out on a date, having a picnic, exercising, and photography! Clean, well maintained, the geese are almost always around and they provide entertainment to those around them.
Its pretty big and beautiful. Tucked in a residential area that's very nice. The Fishing is really great and they have a really nice playground along with exercise equipment along the walking trail.
Overall the place is nice. There is a very beautiful small lake, playground, tables, benches, restrooms and very decent Trail for walking or running. The 5 stars is for the place itself,but it needs some attention like cleaning and maintenance. Parking is available too.
Trail conditions & character
“There is a very beautiful small lake, playground, tables, benches, restrooms and very decent Trail for walking or running.”
“There is a very beautiful small lake, playground, tables, benches, restrooms and very decent Trail for walking or running.”
“The parking lot is not very big but there was plenty of parking available when we were there including handicap parking.”
“Ideal for walking the dog, wearing out the kids or just taking a moment to relax and appreciate nature.”
Plan your run at South Lake 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 trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteopkansas.org
- Phone+1 913-895-6000
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 |
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