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VanGundy Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Running trail in Riverdale, Iowa · 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 VanGundy 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.
What runners say about VanGundy Park
“Beautiful view of the Mississippi, particularly after sunset and during the full moon.”
I love this River Way Trail just outside Bettendorf, IA but in the Riverdale area. Nature trails like these are appreciated because of their maintained asphalt walkway. Great for walking, hiking, running, and biking. There are shady areas perfect for getting out of the sun.
This trailhead has easy access to both the Duck Creek Trail and the River Front Trail and both are great to ride! Road crossings are easy with plenty of trail underpasses. Both trails pass through lots of parks and have great views.
Trail runs all the way from State Street in Bettendorf all the way to West Davenport. There is a small waterfall about a quarter mile from the trailhead at State Street. Follows Crow Creek along its way. Can be busy at times bikers runners and dog walkers.
The trail is well maintained and easy to navigate with plenty of nice stops along the way. It is multi use trail so caution for bikes, children and dogs.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful view of the Mississippi, particularly after sunset and during the full moon.”
“(Fishing license needed) The trail is well maintained and has a few hilly areas that some individuals may have a difficult time getting up especially with bikes.”
“This trailhead has easy access to both the Duck Creek Trail and the River Front Trail and both are great to ride!”
Plan your run at VanGundy 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.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websiteriverdaleia.org
- Phone(563) 355-2511
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