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Wilshire Trails
4.8 ★★★★★ 838 Google reviews · Running trail in Gainesville, Georgia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Wilshire Trails' 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.
Riverside public park area with a covered bridge, gazebos, walking trails & on-site restrooms.
What runners say about Wilshire Trails
“While nice to go and jog during the warm seasons, during the Christmas season, the park is transformed into a beautiful walk of lights for families to look at and enjoy.”
“On a positive note, the walking trails are paved and great for a family walk or even a run.”
“Awesome park, great playground with trees around the playground area for parents to relax in the shade (actual playground equipment is not shaded for the most part).”
“Too bad most of those were vandalized with the doors being ripped off, but aside from that, this is a very quiet and peaceful place.”
“Love coming here early mornings with my dog for a walk.”
Absolutely amazing trail to enjoy with your family! Perfect place for a nice jog. All the kids enjoy the playground tremendously.
Wilshire trails is an amazing trail. Kind of connects with Dogwood park. This trail has plenty of shade and a fair amount of some inclines. There is a kids park with a beautiful flower garden. There are restrooms. A nice creek to walk next too. Dog friendly and kid friendly.
We love this trail. It is the perfect walk for kids with just enough trail to keep them interested and lovely playground at the end. It's great for disabled people too as it is completely paved and no steps.
It’s a nice trail, with water streams and big trees. I liked that there’s picnic tables around if you want to have a nice picnic or just sit. It’s a nice way to get active outdoors with the families
Trail conditions & character
“While nice to go and jog during the warm seasons, during the Christmas season, the park is transformed into a beautiful walk of lights for families to look at and enjoy.”
“Awesome park, great playground with trees around the playground area for parents to relax in the shade (actual playground equipment is not shaded for the most part).”
“) playground, walking trail, garden, and a great pavilion with grills and bathrooms.”
“Too bad most of those were vandalized with the doors being ripped off, but aside from that, this is a very quiet and peaceful place.”
“The trail is paved and maintained, with these adorable covered bridges as you criss-cross the creek.”
“Love coming here early mornings with my dog for a walk.”
“While nice to go and jog during the warm seasons, during the Christmas season, the park is transformed into a beautiful walk of lights for families to look at and enjoy.”
“The playground is nice and there is a concrete trail by the water that is great for strollers!”
Plan your run at Wilshire Trails
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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- 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.
- Websitegainesville.org
- Phone(770) 531-2680
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–7 PM |
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