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Spooner Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 265 Google reviews · Running trail in Little Canada, Minnesota · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Spooner 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.

PavedLit at nightRestroomsWaterTrailhead parking

Neighbourhood green space, featuring a playground and an annual festival with food, drinks and games.

What runners say about Spooner Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (265 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 5 mentions

“The picnic area was clean, the grill of the pavilion was cleaned up, the tables were in good shape.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 3 mentions

“There are beautiful trails to walk and the playground is well kept.”

One of the best parks in the area. It's usually shaded and hosts the annual Canadian days festival. There are beautiful trails to walk and the playground is well kept. There are plenty of benches and picnic Pavilion to enjoy!

★★★★★ — The , Jul 2023

This is a great neighborhood park, and its adjacency to the elementary school and the fire station trails amplify its recreational value. The pavilion is roomy with great cooking options including a brick chimney and outdoor grills. The kitchen space is also roomy; easy to have multiple people working in at once.

★★★★★ — Lynell , Aug 2017

Lived her most of my life. They have done alot to modernize the park. It's a nice place to walk around with paths and a play ground for kids. Definitely alot better then the old 80s stuff I had as a kid

★★★★★ — James , Aug 2022

This is a fantastic park, practically brand new playground for the kids, which they love and brand new Pickleball courts, which are a little bit far away from the playground, but within walking distance. I do wish the Pickleball courts were closer to the playground so that I can see the kids are safe at the playground.

★★★★★ — Touger , Oct 2024

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🚻 Restrooms 5 mentions

“Not sure what the park is like without all the food trucks and beer garden, but the bathroom and water fountain were in good working order and ballfield was getting a nice workout.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 5 mentions

“Parking in several areas.”

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🚰 Water fountains 2 mentions

“Not sure what the park is like without all the food trucks and beer garden, but the bathroom and water fountain were in good working order and ballfield was getting a nice workout.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 2 mentions

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💡 Lit for night running

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Plan your run at Spooner Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • 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.
  • LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
  • Websitelittlecanadamn.org
  • Phone+1 651-766-4029

Hours

Monday 6 am–10 pm
Tuesday 6 am–10 pm
Wednesday 6 am–10 pm
Thursday 6 am–10 pm
Friday 6 am–10 pm
Saturday 6 am–10 pm
Sunday 6 am–10 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Spooner Park

350 Eli Rd, Little Canada, MN 55117

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.