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Veterans Memorial Gardens
4.7 ★★★★★ 303 Google reviews · Running trail in Holt, Michigan · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Veterans Memorial Gardens' 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.
Family-friendly park boasting fountains, a waterfall, a pavilion and landscaped lawns. Also hosts weddings and other events.
What runners say about Veterans Memorial Gardens
“Nice memorial for east veterans and a well maintained park.”
“While my car was charging, I took a walk and was struck by how beautiful and meticulously maintained the park is.”
“It's a quiet place for reflection and meditation or prayer, or just resting and enjoying the outdoors.”
I stopped at Veterans Memorial Park to charge my EV and was so impressed that I had to leave a review. While my car was charging, I took a walk and was struck by how beautiful and meticulously maintained the park is. The grounds are immaculate, and it's clear that a lot of care and respect goes into this space.
Very nice place to walk your dog! Also they play projector movies on some Fridays. The lawn is well maintained and the gardens are beautiful! Would be 5 stars, but the fountain is the jewel of the park and has been out of commission for the last 2 summers.
Nice memorial for east veterans and a well maintained park. There's an amphitheater that hosts free concerts in the summertime as well. Does NOT have a playground or picnic area per see, but a lot of grassy space to sit, or soak up the sun, and lots of flower beds that are well maintained.
Love going to events here. It's a nice place for families and kids to run around. Beautiful landscaping and nice people. I just wish they would get the fountain fixed because that really ties the park together nicely. They also don't have any play structures for the kiddos.
Trail conditions & character
“While my car was charging, I took a walk and was struck by how beautiful and meticulously maintained the park is.”
“Some paths for walking dogs, strollers, and children or adults will find them nice as well.”
“It's a quiet place for reflection and meditation or prayer, or just resting and enjoying the outdoors.”
“Obviously, it recognizes military veterans, but the venue, which has full restroom facilities on-site, is much more.”
Plan your run at Veterans Memorial Gardens
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitedelhitownshipmi.gov
- Phone+1 517-694-1549
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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