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Under The Oaks Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,269 Google reviews · Running trail in Panama City, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Under The Oaks 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.
Picturesque bayside park featuring a unique wooden playground, nature trails & a canoe launch.
What runners say about Under The Oaks Park
“Not overcrowded or cluttered even though you are asked to clean up after yourself - not unreasonable.”
“A beautiful place for fun and free play time with your family.”
“Picknick benches all around, shaded areas and a nice breeze rolling in from the bay in the back of the park.”
“It's right at the ocean, which was very calm while we were there.”
Very quiet serene Park with oak tree covered walking trails. There are picnic tables porta potties and plenty of parking 🌅🌅
This is a fabulous shade park! There are so many wonderful parking spots under large oaks, some dripping with Spanish moss. Sits directly on the bay. Three stall bathroom in ladies restroom, don't know about men's - haven't ventured in there.
This is a beautiful family friendly park. Many visitors also walk their dogs on the walking trail. The view of the water is gorgeous! People can come here to fish and go kayaking. This is also a great place for taking photographs and enjoying nature.
Nice park to take a stroll and watch the sunset. There’s a large playground and a walking path. The beach area is small but clean. Most picnic tables were gone. The park is dog friendly
Trail conditions & character
“A beautiful place for fun and free play time with your family.”
“Picknick benches all around, shaded areas and a nice breeze rolling in from the bay in the back of the park.”
“We really enjoyed the Disc Golf Course, the park is cart friendly and pet friendly.”
“I've only noticed Porta Potties on site, but there's a gas station nearby that has clean restrooms.”
“Very quiet serene Park with oak tree covered walking trails.”
“There are so many wonderful parking spots under large oaks, some dripping with Spanish moss.”
“The playground is wooden with swings, slides, monkey bars, trampoline, and boardwalk, and it's strong enough for parents to stay near their children.”
Plan your run at Under The Oaks 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 — 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.
- Websitebaycountyfl.gov
- Phone(850) 784-4065
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–7 PM |
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