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East Hampton Duck Pond
4.9 ★★★★★ 36 Google reviews · Running trail in East Hampton, New York · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of East Hampton Duck Pond yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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 East Hampton Duck Pond
A favorite of ours, we visit as often as we can. It's a nice place to sit for a cup of coffee or take a stroll. The trails are very short and loop back around. It's rarely busy here, even in the summer!
Nice, short hike with opportunities to see lots of wildlife and an easy on a well maintained trail. Try to go on a day where it’s been a bit drier, otherwise your shoes may get muddy (especially if you are going with kids)! Parking can also be a bit challenging, but often clears out in a few minutes.
A beautiful spot with short walking paths perfect for kiddos. Lots to see including ducks/ducklings, Red-Winged Black Birds, Common Grackles, Cardinals, turtles, frogs, and snails.
Peaceful and enjoyable 30 minute walk along a marsh filled with ducks, bullfrogs, and possibly other critters. Great way to start the day and catch some quick glimpses of the amazing homes on the way there if they aren’t blocked off by privacy hedges.
Trail conditions & character
“Peaceful and enjoyable 30 minute walk along a marsh filled with ducks, bullfrogs, and possibly other critters.”
Plan your run at East Hampton Duck Pond
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
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