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Theodore Wirth Regional Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 3,265 Google reviews · Running trail in Golden Valley, Minnesota · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Theodore Wirth Regional 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.
A 759-acre park offering year-round activities plus a lake, urban forest & chalet-style clubhouse.
What runners say about Theodore Wirth Regional Park
“Beautiful lake with lots of activities walking trails canoe rides and picnic tables with grills available for use.”
“Riders of all levels can find enjoyment here too.”
I've been here at least once a day for months. It's good for the soul. There are plenty of manicured and paved paths for a casual walk as well as hidden paths to discover for yourself. Bring a camera.
The colors have started to explode on Sunday 10/20/2024! Check out that ghostly yellow of some of the maples near the Quaking Bog Trail. Magnificent colors this year!
Great park! My partner and I live nearby and this is a great place to take our little dog on a walk. There are also a ton of other outdoor activities you can do here, like mountain biking and golf, so it seems like there's a lot to offer for everyone. Very beautiful area.
Beautiful park for a morning walk. Lots of seating at different spots which are beautiful pit stops along your run. There’s a fairly nice track of about 4 miles around the entire park. I was able to catch the sunrise, and it was calming.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful lake with lots of activities walking trails canoe rides and picnic tables with grills available for use.”
“Extremely well maintained and so many different areas to explore from the Trailhead to Wirth Beach area, to Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden to the Quaking Bog and more!”
“There are plenty of manicured and paved paths for a casual walk as well as hidden paths to discover for yourself.”
“My partner and I live nearby and this is a great place to take our little dog on a walk.”
Plan your run at Theodore Wirth Regional 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, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteminneapolisparks.org
- Phone+1 612-230-6528
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10 pm |
Running trails near Golden Valley
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Wirth Lake Public Access
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Quaking Bog
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Walter Sochacki Park
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Brownie Lake Park
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