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Timrod Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 1,142 Google reviews · Running trail in Florence, South Carolina · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Timrod Park yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
18-acre public park featuring tennis/pickleball courts, rain gardens, an amphitheater & playground.
What runners say about Timrod Park
“Nice little park, well maintained with a good vibe and a clean creek running through it.”
“Walk among beautiful trees or play some tennis or pickle ball.”
Come for the serenity or for some activities and exercise. Walk among beautiful trees or play some tennis or pickle ball. The kids can play on contemporary playground equipment while you sit on one of many benches.
The park itself is nice and picturesque. The walking trail goes along the creek and is unpaved. There is an outside gym on the walking path that is functional but worn. There are also several pickleball or tennis courts. The playground is also functional for the most part but is in rough shape.
Nice little park, well maintained with a good vibe and a clean creek running through it. The bathrooms were amazingly clean! Overall a great Lil place for a walk and to bring the kids.
Beautiful park! We enjoyed seeing the stream flowing through the park. Nice and smooth walking trail to enjoy as you take in the natural beauty. There is also playground equipment for the kids. There's a tennis court as well.
Trail conditions & character
“The reason for losing a star is the bathroom is always locked!”
“Walk among beautiful trees or play some tennis or pickle ball.”
Plan your run at Timrod Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late 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
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecityofflorence.com
- Phone+1 843-665-3253
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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