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Arnold Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 594 Google reviews · Running trail in Vestal, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Arnold 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.
Large park featuring ball fields & a sizable playground with a covered sandbox, plus nature trails.
What runners say about Arnold Park
“Very clean, pavilions great for family or other events, fields are well kept, the recreational park is enjoyed by children and parking availability is very good.”
“Arnold park is beautiful and has ample parking and a generous playground.”
“1st time I have ever seen such a big sandpit with a roof covering for shade.”
A wonderful playground, even with some snow on the ground. My kids played, masked the entire time, and I enjoyed the fresh cool air. I can't wait till spring is here FOR REAL and they can play without getting soaked by slushy snow. There seems to be great walking/biking paths, too! Also I saw a Little Free Library.
So much fun for kids and adults. A huge playground and a fun sand pit. Trails to walk around. My kids enjoyed playing here so much and they didn't want to leave. The swings are especially fun. Nice place for the family to spend time.
Trail conditions & character
“Not sure where these great bathrooms are that other reviewers are talking about, but I’ll look further next time…”
“Very clean, pavilions great for family or other events, fields are well kept, the recreational park is enjoyed by children and parking availability is very good.”
“1st time I have ever seen such a big sandpit with a roof covering for shade.”
Plan your run at Arnold 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitevestalny.gov
- Phone(607) 754-3368
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8 PM |
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