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Anderson Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 342 Google reviews · Running trail in Upper Montclair, New Jersey · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Anderson 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.
This park was laid out over 100 years ago by the firm of the famous Olmsted brothers.
What runners say about Anderson Park
“The park is clean and well maintained, and there is extensive green for lunch in the park, sunbathing, etc.”
“Beautiful oval shaped park with a very large open field bordered by a pedestrian walkway with benches.”
“Peaceful and quiet park ideal for relaxing, picnicking, reading or jogging.”
Beautiful oval shaped park with a very large open field bordered by a pedestrian walkway with benches. Peaceful and quiet park ideal for relaxing, picnicking, reading or jogging.
Very relaxing quiet park, had a great walk before going out for dinner. Set on a bench beautifully made from ~300 year old oak tree hit by lightning.
I've been here a few times and really enjoyed the park space. There are walking paths as well as plenty of benches for relaxing. The park is clean and well maintained, and there is extensive green for lunch in the park, sunbathing, etc. There are lots of cute squirrels and chipmunks, and the park is dog friendly.
This park mixes everything together in a beautiful palette. It is a nice walking course. A perfect size open space within the walking course where you can sit, lounge, and play. And there are benches along the walking course where you can just relax.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful oval shaped park with a very large open field bordered by a pedestrian walkway with benches.”
“Peaceful and quiet park ideal for relaxing, picnicking, reading or jogging.”
“Also there was plenty of parking inside the park, but it might have been because it was a Monday.”
“There's no jungle gym, but there is a large flat grassy field perfect for picnics and small-scale sports.”
Plan your run at Anderson Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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 trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websiteessexcountyparks.org
- Phone+1 973-495-9056
- Social Instagram
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–8:30 pm |
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