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Willow Bend Park and Natural Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 80 Google reviews · Running trail in Loveland, Colorado · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Willow Bend Park and Natural Area'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.
What runners say about Willow Bend Park and Natural Area
“I love bringing my kids here, restrooms are available and clean.”
“They do have benches, but alot are not under shade.”
We went here for the first time with my 18 month old and she loved it there. There was a vendor selling treats and beverages. The best part besides lots of activities for the kids was the soft turf. My little one is just starting to walk and she didn’t get hurt.
The park is amazing with a lot of activities. Fishing walking trails and a huge park for the kids. Nice bathroom facilities. Construction on 1st st makes it kinda tough to get to the park. Overall a great experience with friends and family.
One of the best playgrounds for kids in the area. Large selection of swings, climbing gym, zip line and lots of running space.
Trail conditions & character
“I love bringing my kids here, restrooms are available and clean.”
“The views are amazing, parking ample, and plenty of options for kids of all ages to enjoy - explore - and be a kid!”
“The views are amazing, parking ample, and plenty of options for kids of all ages to enjoy - explore - and be a kid!”
“It would be 5 stars but the top two sections of the tower are inaccessible except for those with narrow shoulders and hips.”
“They do have benches, but alot are not under shade.”
Plan your run at Willow Bend Park and Natural Area
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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, water — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitelovgov.org
- Phone+1 970-962-2727
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
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