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Dahnert's Lake County Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 789 Google reviews · Running trail in Garfield, New Jersey · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
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Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Dahnert's Lake County 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.

Open 24hScenicQuiet

10-acre park around a pond with walking paths, gazebos, play structures & a roller hockey rink.

What runners say about Dahnert's Lake County Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (789 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 10 mentions

“The park's natural beauty, with its serene lake and well-kept lawns, provided a stunning canvas for the wedding photographs.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“The park's natural beauty, with its serene lake and well-kept lawns, provided a stunning canvas for the wedding photographs.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 11 mentions

“Dahnert’s Lake County Park in Garfield, NJ 💚✨ A hidden gem with a peaceful lake, plenty of greenery, street parking, and spots for fishing.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

“The playground is equipped with swings, slides, and climbing structures, ensuring that kids of all ages have something to enjoy.”

Dahnert’s Lake County Park is a cool spot for a relaxing day outdoors. The peaceful atmosphere around the lake is perfect for unwinding, whether you're fishing, hiking, or just enjoying a picnic. The trails are well-maintained and easy to navigate, offering beautiful views of the lake and surrounding nature.

★★★★★ — Denisse , Sep 2024

The lake is surrounded by a scenic walking path, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a peaceful jog.I personally like to fish there. Sometimes they bite and sometimes they dont but its relaxing experience anyway . Its also near the Garfeild Police barracks so it feels a little safer.

★★★★★ — Artist , Sep 2024

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 11 mentions

“Dahnert’s Lake County Park in Garfield, NJ 💚✨ A hidden gem with a peaceful lake, plenty of greenery, street parking, and spots for fishing.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 10 mentions

“The park's natural beauty, with its serene lake and well-kept lawns, provided a stunning canvas for the wedding photographs.”

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Plan your run at Dahnert's Lake County Park

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.
  • Websiteco.bergen.nj.us
  • Phone(201) 336-7275

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

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Dahnert's Lake County Park

500 County Rd 67, Garfield, NJ 07026

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.