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Sunset Lake Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,042 Google reviews · Running trail in Portland, Texas · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Sunset 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.
Lakeside park providing a scenic setting for walks, kite flying, fishing and watching shorebirds.
What runners say about Sunset Lake Park
“I really enjoy coming here for my 3 miles walk, it clean and I love getting photos of the different birds, and the Beautiful scenery.”
“The Salt Marsh Lands are a Magical place with beautiful wildlife and plants everywhere with one of the best views for sunsets and sunrises in the Coastal Bend area.”
“There's plenty of open area on the bay side to pop up a tent and relax in the calm water.”
Very well paved road and long stretch along the waterfront. There is a lot of wildlife and the bay views are great! Saw many hawks, fish jumping and a lot of wildflowers! Very scenic and at no cost! Went to view the eclipse and added the pictures below.
Nice paved walking area with plenty of shallow water fishing spots along the way. It is also good to snap shots of shorebirds or migratory visitors.
Ahh the walk it super nice and pretty, informative. I enjoy it alot!! I am definitely coming again! Try fishing here didn't get lucky but hope next time!!
Beautiful, peaceful….very clean as well! A great spot to fish, tan, walk.. I love it here.
Trail conditions & character
“The Salt Marsh Lands are a Magical place with beautiful wildlife and plants everywhere with one of the best views for sunsets and sunrises in the Coastal Bend area.”
“The jogging/walking trail is paved with look out points to watch the many native and migratory birds.”
“Definitely recommend for that nice, quiet chill vibe.”
“Bathroom is handicap accessible and plenty of room to park and do what you need to do.”
Plan your run at Sunset Lake 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Websiteportlandtx.com
- Phone(361) 777-3301
- Social Instagram
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 | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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