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Willow Grove
4.8 ★★★★★ 51 Google reviews · Running trail in Longview, Washington · 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 Willow Grove 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 Willow Grove
“The facilities are well-maintained, with a nice looking boat ramp and plenty of restrooms conveniently located throughout the park.”
My wife and I were in the area so we decided to check out Willow Grove. This place is pretty cool! Lots of free parking (sunrise to sunset)! The park consists of a really nice long beach along the Washington side of the Columbia River…lots of shelters with picnic tables, and a combination of bbq’s, and fire pits at…
Lovely park with a nice walking trail. Beachfront along one entire side of the park. Lots of people fishing. Cool spot, playground seemed modern and nice.
I go here often to take a walk, watch the ships go by, have a picnic and just breathe. Beautiful any time of year. Great for bird watching, collecting river rocks and driftwood. Very well maintained by Port of Longview. Wear a life vest if you get in the water. There's a significant drop-off not far from shore.
One of my favorite places to relax and/or ride my bike around the loop. I've never seen it dirty, restrooms or grounds. Lots of flat space for canopies or games, and parking galore. Love being right on the river, so close to the huge cargo ships, too!
Trail conditions & character
“It's dog friendly and they have poo bags so you can clean up after your fur baby.”
“On top of everything else, there are several public bathrooms that aren’t the best, but have running water…AND WHEN NATURE CALLS THESE BATHROOMS ARE MORE THAN SUFFICIENT!”
“There is plenty of parking available, so finding a spot is never an issue, even on busier days.”
“There are covered areas with picnic tables (some wheelchair complaint) and the restrooms always are clean when I've used them.”
Plan your run at Willow Grove
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, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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