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Durand Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 83 Google reviews · Running trail in Freehold, New Jersey · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Durand 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.

ScenicQuiet

Serene green space featuring walking trails as well as picnicking spots and benches.

What runners say about Durand Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (83 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 7 mentions

“I've known of this Park since the mid '70s and it's been well kept, very clean and with the present management is a great choice for some outdoor time!”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 7 mentions

“It's great for catch and release fishing, hiking, and gorgeous photos.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 5 mentions

“Durand Park is a beautiful and peaceful spot to enjoy nature.”

Durand Park is a beautiful and peaceful spot to enjoy nature. The park is filled with a wide variety of trees, and I loved seeing so many different birds and butterflies throughout. The walking trail is well-kept and perfect for a relaxing stroll. A great place to unwind and connect with nature!

★★★★★ — Kerri , Jun 2025

I've loved coming to this park since I was a child. Some of the trails feel like walking through an enchanted forest! It's great for catch and release fishing, hiking, and gorgeous photos. Definitely go in the spring to see the beautiful butterflies in the fields!

★★★★★ — Maleah , Jan 2021

Nice park in the Freehold area frequented by runners of all abilities. The area is well kept but there are no bathrooms. Take care of your business ahead of time.

★★★★☆ — Yuri , Oct 2022

A great Park for walking or running with fishing possibilities too! Also a trailed open arboretum type area. Good place to see small game and deer, very good bird watching possibilities ad well! We walk here often and have found it to be never crowded, often we're there alone.

★★★★★ — Chris , Jan 2019

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 83 reviews →

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.

🏞️ Scenic views 8 mentions

“It's great for catch and release fishing, hiking, and gorgeous photos.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 5 mentions

“Durand Park is a beautiful and peaceful spot to enjoy nature.”

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Plan your run at Durand Park

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.
  • Websitetwp.freehold.nj.us
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Hours

Monday 7 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 7 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 7 AM–8 PM
Thursday 7 AM–8 PM
Friday 7 AM–8 PM
Saturday 7 AM–8 PM
Sunday 7 AM–8 PM

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 Durand Park

225 Randolph Rd, Freehold, NJ 07728

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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.