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Spring Valley Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 974 Google reviews · Running trail in Kalamazoo, Michigan · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Spring Valley 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.
Large park with a lake offering picnic areas, trails & playgrounds plus soccer & softball fields.
What runners say about Spring Valley Park
“Park is clean, has great views, and I love the wildlife that also visits.”
“Massive park with many places for get togethers surroundings a beautiful lake that's great for kayaking”
Nice paved riding trails and a lake which offers good fishing. There are several picnic areas overlooking the lake and a playground. Also offers a challenging Disc golf course (see photo). Conveniently located with several entrances.
I live near Spring Valley Park. We walk our dogs here often. There are trails around the lake. A tree walk. Play ground, picnic areas. They have a lot of local events that happen here as well. I am very greatful to live so close.
This lovely little park contains a paved path around a lake, with the option to take a bridge across the lake as part of the main loop, or complete the full circle. There is also an offshoot in the southwest direction that allows you to connect to the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail.
Tons of parking with a dirt parking lot. Lots of Concrete walking paths, disc golf course and league I think?? I see signs but I don’t partake. There’s a lake with a bridge over it, there’s plenty of fishing spots and ppl will sometimes kayak.
Trail conditions & character
“Massive park with many places for get togethers surroundings a beautiful lake that's great for kayaking”
“This lovely little park contains a paved path around a lake, with the option to take a bridge across the lake as part of the main loop, or complete the full circle.”
“Full disc golf course, paved walking trails, small lake with fishing, playground, BBQ pits, restrooms in season.”
“This lovely little park contains a paved path around a lake, with the option to take a bridge across the lake as part of the main loop, or complete the full circle.”
Plan your run at Spring Valley 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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitekzooparks.org
- Phone(269) 337-8191
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–9 PM |
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