Wheeler Nature Park
Meadow trails with Mount Mansfield in the frame
About this park
A network of grass and woodland trails in South Burlington, running through pine woods, deciduous stands, and open meadow with a clear view of Mount Mansfield. Dogs walk on leash and a dog park sits next door. Parking is free and the loops are short enough for a quick outing before work.
Amenities
Wheeler Nature Park reviews
What visitors consistently sayThe Mount Mansfield view from the open sections is what brings people back, and the terrain changes often enough that a short loop does not feel repetitive. Parking is free and reviewers rarely find it full.
Quiet and family-leaning. The childrens nature play area draws its own crowd of small kids, while dog walkers stick to the meadow loops and the connector to the bike path.
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Before you go
The grass trails hold water and stay soft for days after rain, so the bike path along the golf course is the dry alternative. Leashes are required throughout.
Frequently asked
- Can dogs be off leash?
- No. Leashes are required on the trails. A separate dog park sits next to the trailhead for off-leash time.
- How muddy do the trails get?
- Wet for days after rain. The grass sections hold water, and reviewers recommend waterproof footwear through spring.
- Is there parking?
- Yes, and it is free. The lot serves the trails and the nature play area, and reviewers describe finding space easily.
- Is it good for a quiet walk?
- Yes. The trails are short, lightly used, and wide enough in the meadow sections to give another dog room, which suits a dog that needs space.
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