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Veterans Memorial Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 605 Google reviews · Running trail in Mt Airy, North Carolina · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Veterans Memorial 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.

PavedRestroomsQuiet

What runners say about Veterans Memorial Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (605 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 5 mentions

“They have it well maintained and have a sign that talks alot about the information of the tank.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 6 mentions

“It was very quiet and dark which was nice.”

I did not go in the park because of COVID restrictions. However, I have been many times before. It's a very nice park. And even Fireworks shows and County Fairs. Plus, a walking trail by the creek and playground equipment for the children. I am updating this many of the restrictions have been lifted now. So have fun.

★★★★★ — Mary , Apr 2022

Nice & QUIET! Plenty of room. Close to downtown Mt. Airy. Sites are full hookup. Sites are close but level. Walking trails nearby or just walk around the park. Was able to watch the 4th of July fireworks in the comfort of our motorhome. Even enjoyed a classic car show & swap meet there as well. GREAT PARK!!

★★★★★ — K , Sep 2020

We rode our bikes on the river walk. This is a great place. We rode down town Danville and had a great lunch at The old 97 Tavern. The food was great and the service was great as well. We would definitely go back to the river walk.

★★★★★ — Kim , Jun 2024

Beautiful, well kept Memorial Park to walk around and have a picnic or event at.

★★★★☆ — Warrior , Apr 2025

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 605 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 6 mentions

“It was very quiet and dark which was nice.”

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🚻 Restrooms 4 mentions

“We didn't use any of the bathrooms so can't speak to those.”

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🛣️ Paved surface

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Plan your run at Veterans Memorial Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
  • 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
  • Websiteveteransparkmtairy.org
  • Phone+1 336-786-2236

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10 am–5 pm
Wednesday 10 am–5 pm
Thursday 10 am–5 pm
Friday 10 am–5 pm
Saturday 10 am–4 pm
Sunday Closed

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Veterans Memorial Park

691 W Lebanon St, Mt Airy, NC 27030

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.