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Zorinsky Lake Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 802 Google reviews · Running trail in Omaha, Nebraska · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Zorinsky Lake 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.

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Lake park featuring fishing, a playground, athletic fields, a picnic area, shelters & more.

What runners say about Zorinsky Lake Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (802 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“The walking and biking trails are well-maintained and offer beautiful views of the lake.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 7 mentions

“Just a breathtakingly beautiful lake with numerous trails and perfect spots to have a great outdoor experience.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 8 mentions

“This place has a soothing & peaceful vibe to it.”

Beautiful area, with lots of walking paths. People were bike riding, hiking, running and just strolling through the area. There's also a large slide 🛝 next door. Lots of different trees, shrubs, flowers,etc. We saw several different birds in the area too. The lake is beautiful and peaceful.

★★★★★ — Stephanie , Jun 2025

Beautiful park with a lot to offer! A good few miles of trails to hike, bike, and everything non-motorized in between. There's sport fields, multiple playgrounds, not to mention plenty of fishing spots and room to kayak and the like. Can't wait to go back!

★★★★★ — Stephanie , Aug 2017

Explored this gem of a place that Omaha has to offer to its residents and visitors. Just a breathtakingly beautiful lake with numerous trails and perfect spots to have a great outdoor experience. So well maintained and ample of shed and benches available to leisure around.

★★★★★ — Jaita , May 2023

Peaceful Nature Escape in the City! Zorinsky Lake Park is one of the best spots in Omaha to relax and reconnect with nature. The walking and biking trails are well-maintained and offer beautiful views of the lake. Perfect for morning walks, bird watching, or just enjoying the fresh air.

★★★★★ — Akshata , Jul 2025

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 10 mentions

“Just a breathtakingly beautiful lake with numerous trails and perfect spots to have a great outdoor experience.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 6 mentions

“This place has a soothing & peaceful vibe to it.”

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🚻 Restrooms 3 mentions

“It is very well maintained, there are lots of restrooms along the trail as well.”

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Plan your run at Zorinsky Lake 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.
  • At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
  • Websiteparks.cityofomaha.org
  • Phone(402) 444-5900

Hours

Monday 5 AM–11 PM
Tuesday 5 AM–11 PM
Wednesday 5 AM–11 PM
Thursday 5 AM–11 PM
Friday 5 AM–11 PM
Saturday 5 AM–11 PM
Sunday 5 AM–11 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Zorinsky Lake Park

3808 S 156th St, Omaha, NE 68144

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.