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Wylie Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,227 Google reviews · Running trail in Aberdeen, South Dakota · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Wylie 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.
Imaginative place with storybook-themed rides & attractions, plus concessions stands & a gift shop.
What runners say about Wylie Park
“The park is generally well maintained and offers open green spaces that are great for walking, relaxing, or letting kids play.”
“There are several amenities within a few miles, including a fabulous water park with something for all ages!”
Wylie Park is a pleasant place to spend some time outdoors, especially for families and people looking for a calm environment. The park is generally well maintained and offers open green spaces that are great for walking, relaxing, or letting kids play.
Excellent campground! Well-lit, clean facilities. Spacious lots. Several playgrounds, cabins, and a lake to swim in with a wonderful sand beach. There are several amenities within a few miles, including a fabulous water park with something for all ages! We are making this an annual family vacation.
I went to college in Aberdeen and visited Wylie Park on several occasions. Revisited it this past summer, and it has made numerous improvements. They now have a water park, animals, a wonderful paved walking path, and plenty of parking. There is a small lake with nice beach as well.
Great place to camp. . I spent the weekends with most of my adult children and grandchildren trent camping. We enjoyed the multiple play grounds, the beach, Storybook land, mini golf and go carts. There are a few trails to hike and grade top feed. Koko
Trail conditions & character
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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.
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteaberdeen.sd.us
- Phone+1 605-626-7015
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 12–9 pm |
| Thursday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 10 am–9 pm |
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