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The Maples Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 413 Google reviews · Running trail in Crestwood, Kentucky · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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

Confirmed from The Maples 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.

MixedLit at nightHillyRestroomsTrailhead parking

What runners say about The Maples Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (413 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 13 mentions

“Beyond that, the park is always clean, well-maintained, and has plenty of space for families to spread out and enjoy the day.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

“It has everything you could want in a family-friendly outdoor space—a fantastic playground, a fun splash park, and plenty of room to run and play.”

Maples Park is a fantastic spot for families! The kids had a lot of fun exploring the playground and running around the open green space. Everything was clean, well-maintained, and felt very safe. There’s plenty of room for picnics and walking trails too. Definitely a great place to spend a sunny afternoon!

★★★★★ — Nirmal , May 2025

Very nice place lots of walking and sitting places. Clean and well kept. Nice play ground for kids!

★★★★★ — Brandy , Jun 2021

I tried Maples Park with the 3 kiddos I nanny and I was completely impressed! Very clean playground and splash park. Adorable play set with fun slides and other exciting activities! The park has a walking trail and a "mini castle" that the kids found fun to explore! Highly recommend this park.

★★★★★ — Lindsay , Jul 2021

This park is well maintained and kept clean. While it’s an overall small park, the walking paths are paved and clear. Large playground. It has a decent splash pad in the summer months for younger kids. It’s also a great spot for sledding!

★★★★★ — Aaron , Jan 2026

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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.

🛣️ Paved surface 6 mentions

“-Paved walking path -Benches and picnic tables along path -Amphitheatre -Farm theme playground -Small pavilion close to playground -Little Free Library -Cool history”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 3 mentions

“The playground isn’t just your standard setup—it has creative, engaging structures that encourage kids to climb, explore, and use their imaginations.”

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🚻 Restrooms

“The only downside was that the restroom was not very clean.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking

“Extra parking in the back area as well.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack

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💡 Lit for night running

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Plan your run at The Maples Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
  • 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 — reported by runners
  • Websitecrestwoodky.gov
  • Social Facebook

Hours

Monday 7 AM–7:30 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–7:30 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–7:30 PM
Thursday 7 AM–7:30 PM
Friday 7 AM–7:30 PM
Saturday 7 AM–7:30 PM
Sunday 7 AM–7:30 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 The Maples Park

6826 W State Hwy 22, Crestwood, KY 40014

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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.