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Stedman's Landing
4.7 ★★★★★ 85 Google reviews · Running trail in Fairhope, Alabama · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Stedman's Landing'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.
Park with a boardwalk for quiet sunset views over Mobile Bay, plus dog-walking.
What runners say about Stedman's Landing
“Stedmans Landing in Montrose is absolutely beautiful.”
“Steadman’s Landing is one of those quiet spots that feels like a hidden escape along the Eastern Shore.”
Stedmans Landing in Montrose is absolutely beautiful. Looking for a quiet afternoon walk and see the sun set this is it. Limited parking .
Recently renovated, with a new boardwalk and drainage. I would avoid swimming here due to bacteria - water quality is not tested here, and be careful letting dogs roam free due to gators in the bay. Great place to watch the sunset or have a picnic.
I found this spot while looking for nearby trails and it turned out to be such a hidden gem! The walk is easy but packed with scenery — you’re right by the bay, surrounded by tall trees, and constantly spotting seabirds along the way. It feels like stumbling onto a secret escape where nature really takes over.
Nice walk on a wide and well built wooden elevated deck all the way to the bay. Today the tide was up and the water was up past the steps, but when the tide and wind cooperate you can often get to walk along the shore.
Trail conditions & character
“Pro tip: Visit during heavy rain and you'll see the ravine fill-up with the sound and sights of waterfalls.”
“Steadman’s Landing is one of those quiet spots that feels like a hidden escape along the Eastern Shore.”
“Walking the beautiful boardwalk, as the sun sets to the west, into beautiful Mobile Bay, is truly a breathtaking endeavor.”
“The only real negatives are the lack of restroom facilities, and the large quantities of debris including glass that wash up on the beach.”
Plan your run at Stedman's Landing
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
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