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Amico Island Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 702 Google reviews · Running trail in Riverside, New Jersey · Hours vary

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Natural surface
Distance
Not reported
Shape
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Shade
Not reported
Access
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Confirmed from Amico Island 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.

Natural surfaceScenicDog-friendlyStroller / ADARestroomsQuiet

A 55-acre peninsula of forest, meadow & wetlands offering hiking, biking, fishing & picnicking.

What runners say about Amico Island Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (702 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 3 mentions

“All sorts of wildlife and place is well maintained.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 10 mentions

“Scenic views of Philadelphia's skyline are available; multiple trails throughout the park exhibit plenty of flora and fauna.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 3 mentions

“Stunning views of Delaware river, lush green trails and quiet ambience makes this place a stress buster experience.”

A splendid Burlington County park in Delran, N.J. Not actually an island, the park is surrounded by Rancocas Creek, Dredge Harbor, and the Delaware River, with a land bridge from the mainland. Scenic views of Philadelphia's skyline are available; multiple trails throughout the park exhibit plenty of flora and fauna.

★★★★★ — Mike , Sep 2021

It’s worth a hike here. On your hike, you will see several outlooks by the riversides: you can see the confluences of the Delaware River and the Rancocas Creek, the skyline of Philadelphia, the views of harbors, as well as deer families, wild birds...

★★★★★ — Angela , Mar 2022

Very nice park . Has many view points giving a beautiful and magestic view of Delaware river .. we took all the three (blue, red and yellow) trail... There were access areas along the yellow trail and the kids really loved .. no swimming is allowed...

★★★★★ — Radhika , Aug 2022

Amico Island is extremely easy to get to for residents of South Jersey near Philadelphia. It's a quiet and enjoyable place to go for a walk and enjoy nature. You can see Center City's skyline, as well as parts of Northeast Philly from the island. There are lots of birds and some interesting trees.

★★★★★ — Spencer , Aug 2024

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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 20 mentions

“Scenic views of Philadelphia's skyline are available; multiple trails throughout the park exhibit plenty of flora and fauna.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 6 mentions

“It is a great park to bring your dog as most of the trails are wide, giving you plenty of space.”

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Stroller / ADA accessible 3 mentions

“If you are taking a stroller, you might find it bit hard to walk as the stones make it hard for the stroller to maneuver.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 3 mentions

“Stunning views of Delaware river, lush green trails and quiet ambience makes this place a stress buster experience.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack 2 mentions

“Some area of the trail could be muddy, so better wear a pair of waterproof shoes to avoid getting feet wet.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“Area for picnics, bathroom, doggy waste station and a bike rack all right near the entrance.”

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Plan your run at Amico Island Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
  • SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
  • 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
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websiteco.burlington.nj.us
  • Phone(609) 265-5858
  • Social Facebook

Where to find Amico Island Park

81 Norman Ave, Riverside, NJ 08075

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Running trails near Riverside

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

Rancocas Greenway Trail Head

4.6 ★★★★★ 17 reviews

Delran, NJ

under a mile away

1.8 miles away

Delran Community Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 41 reviews

Delran, NJ

Dog-friendly

2.2 miles away

Pennington Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 876 reviews

Delanco, NJ

PavedScenicDog-friendly

Park with nature trails, playgrounds, picnic facilities, a community garden & off-leash dog areas.

2.6 miles away

Rancocas Greenway Trail Head

5 ★★★★★ 5 reviews

Delanco, NJ

2.8 miles away

West Avenue Nature Trails

4.4 ★★★★☆ 58 reviews

Delanco, NJ

Scenic

Secluded park featuring hiking trails and an occasional glimpse of the Delaware River.

3.2 miles away

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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.