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Central Park Hike/ Mtb Trail Head
4.4 ★★★★☆ 20 Google reviews · Running trail in Schenectady, 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 Central Park Hike/ Mtb Trail Head'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.
What runners say about Central Park Hike/ Mtb Trail Head
Really good spot for a quick mtb ride. The loop is only 4.6 miles and that includes ALL of the trails back in this area. You will find some challenges, and varying degrees of flow. Overall a good place to ride when you only want to get an hour or so in.. anything more and you start to get dizzy!
A great place to get off the street and RUN in the city without feeling in the city. Well maintained and still staying natural.
Great Mtb trails, well maintained, and amazing features. I recommend the south trails for beginners.
Went for my first ride, was a fun experience. Gets abit muddy after few rainy days and no space for the sun to dry up. Decently maintained. Thanks to whoever takes care of the trail.
Trail conditions & character
“Pretty fun, although the markers were pretty hard to follow.”
Plan your run at Central Park Hike/ Mtb Trail Head
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.
- Phone+1 518-382-5151
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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