Bates Athletic Complex track is a fantastic location for speed work since it is a track that is open to the public year round. This track provides clear markers for speed work and can allow you to test out your top end pace on a nice flat surface.
Pros of this run spot:
-Easy parking right next to the track
-Steps right next to the track provide an easy location for water bottle or discarded extra layer
-Track provides easy way to do interval workouts
-Open areas around the track provide space for warm up/cool down stretching
-Good location to meet with a group
Cons of this run spot
-Can be crowded during popular times of year (ex: the summer)
-Not a good place for hill work
-For longer workouts can get boring
-May cause hip issues due to lots of turning (be sure to periodically change direction!)