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Clayton B. Shenk Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 17 Google reviews · Running trail in Columbia, Pennsylvania · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Clayton B. Shenk Trail'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 Clayton B. Shenk Trail
“Stream and beautiful sights.”
A great place for a stroll through the woods on the mountain top of the great Little Chickies! Lots of nature all around you as walk the many trails provided taking you miles n miles along side the mighty Susquehanna River!
Beautiful and gentle hike. Lovely spot to spend quality time with loved ones.
Trail conditions & character
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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.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteco.lancaster.pa.us
- Phone(717) 278-6274
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–5 PM |
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