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Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park Trail - Alexander Rd
4.8 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Running trail in Princeton, New Jersey · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park Trail - Alexander Rd'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 Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park Trail - Alexander Rd
“Great place for jogging, biking and canal and lake is a cool place for kayaking.”
I loved running on this path. It was my first time. Unfortunately I didn't have the time to run far, only 6 miles, but I wanted to. I will return with friends.
Great place for jogging, biking and canal and lake is a cool place for kayaking.
Beautiful place and very safe for walking, running, or biking. You really feel relaxed and connected with nature. Just be careful with ticks—avoid going into tall grass or wooded areas, as they can climb up your legs (it happened to me).
Canal is a great place for walking, running or cycling. Very attractive scenery and fascinating history.
Plan your run at Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park Trail - Alexander Rd
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.
- Websitenj.gov
- Phone(609) 924-5705
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–8 PM |
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