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Benjamin Rush State Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 934 Google reviews · Running trail in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Benjamin Rush State 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 offers hiking & biking paths, a community garden & a radio control model airplane field.
What runners say about Benjamin Rush State Park
“Spacious, clean, and beautifully maintained with scenic walking trails, open fields, and areas for picnics and recreation.”
“Spacious, clean, and beautifully maintained with scenic walking trails, open fields, and areas for picnics and recreation.”
“The trails are easy to walk, the fields are wide, and it’s a great place to just relax, jog, or even ride a bike.”
“Benjamin Rush State Park is such a peaceful spot tucked away in Northeast Philly.”
I come here often to relax and enjoy the natural surroundings! They have lots of birds, deer, trails & trees! It is so serene here! Great for families & sightseeing! God Bless You!!! ✝️ Shalom ✡️ Maranatha ✝️
This park is a hidden unexpected gem 💎 located in North East Philadelphia. It’s almost 300 acres and includes walking trails 🏃🏾♀️🚶, picnic 🧺 areas, hiking 🥾, community gardens 🥬🥕🍅🪴 complete with bee 🐝 hives and a Radio Controlled Airplane ✈️ Club ! It borders the Poquessing Creek on the north.
This is a really nice and peaceful park for short hikes and picnics. They have lots of green grass and open space, free restrooms and plenty of parking. I will be visiting again!
It's a nice walk but a little scribby. I didn't feel entirely safe walking through the woods because I see someone's clothes drying on a log
Trail conditions & character
“Finding the car entrance was a little tricky, but once you're in, parking lots are in 3 locations around the park.”
“Benjamin Rush State Park is such a peaceful spot tucked away in Northeast Philly.”
“There are restrooms with plumbing and there are kiosks with maps and interpretive signage on the trails.”
“A nice escape from the concrete jungle for getting some exercise on several trails for hiking, biking, bird watching, communing with nature, or walking your dog.”
“A nice escape from the concrete jungle for getting some exercise on several trails for hiking, biking, bird watching, communing with nature, or walking your dog.”
“The trails are generally flat and offer paved sections for biking and strollers.”
“The trails are generally flat and offer paved sections for biking and strollers.”
Plan your run at Benjamin Rush State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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, restrooms — 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.
- Websitedcnr.pa.gov
- Phone+1 215-639-4538
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