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Thornby Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 484 Google reviews · Running trail in Deltona, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Thornby 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.
Compact outdoor recreation area featuring a roomy playground, a pavilion & multi-use trail.
What runners say about Thornby Park
“It looks small but towards the back there's a well maintained walking trail that goes through the woods and also passes by an outdoor classroom.”
“Our favorite place to take the kiddos, relax and enjoy the beautiful Nature all around us.”
“Beautiful shady nature trail, decent playground equipment, and clean public restroom.”
“The trail is a hidden gem, offering a serene walk through a canopy of trees.”
“Nice tranquil little park with a easy walking trail.”
This park that also serves as a trailhead for the Spring-to-Spring trail. There's a playground, picnic, restrooms and parking and even a grocery store across the street. It looks small but towards the back there's a well maintained walking trail that goes through the woods and also passes by an outdoor classroom.
I like this lil park. Got a small trail Milo loves. Bathrooms are clean.
Charming and Nature-Filled Gem in Deltona Thornby Park is a delightful spot that perfectly balances charm with nature. It's a kid- and dog-friendly park with a sizable playground, clean bathrooms, and water fountains for both humans and dogs.
Great place for the kids. Short hiking trails with plenty of beautiful flora, and magnificent Live Oak trees. No rush to go through as there are benches along the trail to sit and enjoy the view. Listen to the birds and watch the sun rays break through the forest canopy. So worth it.
Trail conditions & character
“Our favorite place to take the kiddos, relax and enjoy the beautiful Nature all around us.”
“It's a kid- and dog-friendly park with a sizable playground, clean bathrooms, and water fountains for both humans and dogs.”
“Beautiful shady nature trail, decent playground equipment, and clean public restroom.”
“It's a kid- and dog-friendly park with a sizable playground, clean bathrooms, and water fountains for both humans and dogs.”
“This park that also serves as a trailhead for the Spring-to-Spring trail.”
“It's a kid- and dog-friendly park with a sizable playground, clean bathrooms, and water fountains for both humans and dogs.”
“The trail is a hidden gem, offering a serene walk through a canopy of trees.”
“Trails are not ADA accessible due to the mulch.”
Plan your run at Thornby Park
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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitefloridaecoparks.com
- Phone(386) 878-8900
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
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