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Spring Lake Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 601 Google reviews · Running trail in Williston, North Dakota · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Confirmed from Spring 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.

Lit at nightScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsQuiet

Public park with children's facilities, a dog park, maze & direct access to the lake.

What runners say about Spring Lake Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (601 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 7 mentions

“There’s a great playground for kids, lots of open space for picnics, and the entire park feels clean and well-kept.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 7 mentions

“But don't let that discourage you because the park is huge and beautiful!”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 3 mentions

“It’s a peaceful place to unwind, watch the ducks, or even do a little fishing.”

Probably my favorite park in town. The bathrooms were open but we they were dirty and for some reason only the women's had a peeking window. But don't let that discourage you because the park is huge and beautiful! So peaceful and plenty of activities for families of all ages.

★★★★★ — Historicallyme , Oct 2020

Spring Lake Park is a beautiful spot in Williston! The lake views are stunning, especially at sunset, and the walking paths are perfect for a relaxing stroll or light jog. There’s a great playground for kids, lots of open space for picnics, and the entire park feels clean and well-kept.

★★★★★ — Robert , May 2025

This is our FAVORITE park here! So clean and well kept. The equipment is in spectacular condition. There's also lots of different options for play for all different age groups. PLUS dog parks, mazes, bike trails, running trails, fishing. You name it, they have it! We highly recommend 😊

★★★★★ — Christina , Oct 2019

Such a beautiful place to visit no matter what time of year. It is such a nice place to bring your kids and pets if you are looking for a cheap and simple place to hang out and spend time together. They have playgrounds, mazes, separate dog parks and even a swimming hole in the summer time.

★★★★★ — Alex , Feb 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 601 reviews →

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.

🐕 Dog-friendly 12 mentions

“Playgrounds, a swim beach, stand up paddle board, covered shelters, BBQ, volleyball ball pits and even a dog agility fenced area.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 9 mentions

“But don't let that discourage you because the park is huge and beautiful!”

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💡 Lit for night running 4 mentions

“The lake views are stunning, especially at sunset, and the walking paths are perfect for a relaxing stroll or light jog.”

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🚻 Restrooms 3 mentions

“The bathrooms were open but we they were dirty and for some reason only the women's had a peeking window.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 3 mentions

“It’s a peaceful place to unwind, watch the ducks, or even do a little fishing.”

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Plan your run at Spring 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.
  • 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitewillistonparks.com
  • Phone+1 701-774-9773
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 7 am–10 pm
Tuesday 6:30 am–9:30 pm
Wednesday 7 am–10 pm
Thursday 6:30 am–9:30 pm
Friday 7 am–10 pm
Saturday 7 am–10 pm
Sunday 7 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 Spring Lake Park

Spring Lake Park, 5906 2nd Ave W Building A, Williston, ND 58801

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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.