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6 Mile Run
4.7 ★★★★★ 429 Google reviews · Running trail in Somerset, New Jersey · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- 6 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from 6 Mile Run'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.
Trails for hiking, mountain biking, and trail running with a public restroom.
What runners say about 6 Mile Run
“Good trail , the red trail but only for biker its narrower and two ppl can't walk together but it's pretty clean and perfact for biking .”
“From dense forests to open meadows, babbling brooks to serene ponds, the variety of landscapes is impressive.”
Went to Six Mile on 10/16/2021 to get in some good MTB. Very good XC/Blue MTB trails throughout. Met a handful of hikers on the ride, not too many. Many cool riders. Be aware of oncoming traffic. Still some bridge paths that are out due to last months storms.
First time here and I loved it didn't know what trail I was riding until I got to a marker and notice I was on the blue trail. But absolutely loved every minute of it!! Looking forward to going back and exploring some more.
Nice trail with, with mild/moderate trade. As you go deeper into the trail there are a lot of (unnecessary?) twists and turns. Watch out for bikes. I would say this trail is more suited for them than us walkers. One gentleman had a nasty fall and we had to help him up.
This is the entrance to the Red Trail for a six-mile hike. The hike has just woods and not much scenery. On the way, we found a stream, but most of it was just woods. The trail was marked properly and fallen trees were cleared up. Well maintained, but not exciting enough for us to come back again.
Trail conditions & character
“6 mile has a huge variety of trails.”
“The trails offer a good mix of technical sections and flow trails, catering to various skill levels.”
“It's a lot more fun if you know what you're doing and you can feel like you're stuck in the woods if you take on the hills that you're not ready for.”
“With over 15 miles of paths winding through diverse landscapes, there's something for every skill level.”
“There are portable toilets at the main parking area.”
“From dense forests to open meadows, babbling brooks to serene ponds, the variety of landscapes is impressive.”
“There are portable toilets at the main parking area.”
Plan your run at 6 Mile Run
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- Distance6 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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