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West Bridge Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 415 Google reviews · Running trail in Monticello, Minnesota · 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 West Bridge 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 West Bridge Park
“Very nice park, clean, well maintained, lots of open area for bbq, very well spaced out.”
“Awesome park with great views of her Mississippi River and a trail to walk under the bridge to the other side.”
“Fun destination playground for all ages with lots of slides!”
We enjoyed the scenic pathways along the water and through the trees. There is also a variety of things to do at the playground, basketball hoops and picnic tables.
One of the best parks in town. The city maintains the facilities very well and often. The location is great, being on the river. The paths are convenient and clean. Benches are well kept. The overhead shelter is great for hosting events here. The playground is great for kids to run around and have fun.
This is an incredibly beautiful and well designed part. The grandkids loved everything, and I appreciated the lovely walking parts. The benches were a nice extra!
Wonderful bike path and wonderful dock complete with a bench if you just want to zone out and lift up a prayer whilst enjoying the scenery.
Trail conditions & character
“Awesome park with great views of her Mississippi River and a trail to walk under the bridge to the other side.”
Plan your run at West Bridge 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Websitemonticellomn.gov
- Phone+1 763-295-5623
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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