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Greenville · South Carolina4.8(1412)

Runway Park at GMU

Outdoor
Recreation
Landmark

Known For

  • Aviation-themed playground structures
  • "Runway" bike and scooter paths
  • "Cessna on a pole" centerpiece
  • Shaded picnic pavilions
  • "Plane spotting" seating area

Insider Tips

Best Time

Weekday mornings for cooler temperatures and fewer crowds

Ideal For

Family outingsBirthday partiesPicnics with kidsPlane enthusiasts

Pro Tip

Reserve the picnic shelter ahead for birthday celebrations or shade on hot days

Listed as one of the number four things best things to do in Greenville SC by US News Travel section. You can watch planes take off and land right in front of you on the busiest general aviation airport in the state of South Carolina. Play on aviation themed equipment, sit in the amphitheater, learn about aviation on informational STEM signs, or walk around the park on a 787 foot long walkway. You can also book a large 80 seat or 20 seat picnic pavilion for parties or events. Book a field trip for groups of 15 or larger to learn about aviation and to sit in a Cessna 152 plane for a photo op. Runway Park was built for the community with funds raised by the community. All proceeds go back to the maintenance and improvements for the park. There is currently fundraising for new equipment.

Price Level

$

Contact

+1 864-242-4777

Outdoor Seating

Reservations Available

Hours

  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Drifter Insights

Major destination with tourist appeal

TripAdvisor: Top 10% (#9 of 173)

Popular With

FamiliesCouplesFriends

Tourist Awareness

LevelHigh

TripAdvisor: #9 of 173 things to do in Greenville

Data confidence: high(5 sources)