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Winooski Gorge Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 95 Google reviews · Running trail in South Burlington, Vermont · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Winooski Gorge 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.
Small park featuring forest trails that lead to river panoramas as well as views of the gorge.
What runners say about Winooski Gorge Park
“You have to take the hike into the woods to see great views of the gorge.”
This park is fairly small. You can walk the entirety of the trails in 15 minutes if you are going at a moderate pace. But the overlooks are pretty and accessible. Plus you can extend your time in the area walking down to the waterfront on a well worn path that cuts off the main trail loop.
Great little walking trail area with some nice river views. Easy parking and you can even walk up to Saint Mike's from here and access those trails also.
Amazing place so much water flowing down river. Great views, lovely walks,shops and eatery nearby. Do not hesitate.
Fun place to go for a short hike and look down at the Winooski in the gorge far below. Not wheelchair-accessible. Better in the summer and fall; in the spring it's super-muddy and in the winter it's icy.
Trail conditions & character
“A small park with a short walking trail that has nice views of the Winooski River gorge”
“But the overlooks are pretty and accessible.”
Plan your run at Winooski Gorge Park
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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitewvpd.org
- Phone+1 802-863-5744
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–6 pm |
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