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Burden Falls
4.3 ★★★★☆ 33 Google reviews · Running trail in Troy, New York · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Burden Falls' 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.
What runners say about Burden Falls
“If you're looking for some quiet and gorgeous views without crowds or having to head far out of town, this is a great spot for it.”
“It's a nice trail easy to navigate.”
“This tiny park is lovely as a quiet spot to sit and watch the ducks but it also has a few lovely (and occasionally steep) trails running north and east around the water.”
This trail is in our back yard so we decided to hike it on a pleasant Sunday afternoon. There were a lot of bugs. It's a nice trail easy to navigate.
This tiny park is lovely as a quiet spot to sit and watch the ducks but it also has a few lovely (and occasionally steep) trails running north and east around the water. I didn't see anyone else on the trail despite visiting on a lovely Friday afternoon in the fall.
So peaceful, little fall while I was out adventuring. I had no idea this little gem was tucked in a little trail near me! I plan on going back when the seasons change.
We walked down from the cemetery and found marked trails to follow. It was an easy walk overall, considering the snow.
Trail conditions & character
“If you're looking for some quiet and gorgeous views without crowds or having to head far out of town, this is a great spot for it.”
“This tiny park is lovely as a quiet spot to sit and watch the ducks but it also has a few lovely (and occasionally steep) trails running north and east around the water.”
Plan your run at Burden Falls
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- Websitedigthefalls.com
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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