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Edwin and Gertrude Grace Nature Preserve
4.3 ★★★★☆ 26 Google reviews · Running trail in Greenlawn, New York · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Edwin and Gertrude Grace Nature Preserve'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 Edwin and Gertrude Grace Nature Preserve
“A beautiful piece of natural Paradise, lovely valley trails with views of center Port harbor.”
This trail is definitely a hidden gem. Challenging and beautiful trail. It's located within a housing development which can look deceiving when trying to find parking. Once you enter the development thru the twin stone pillar entrance, they'll be a one-lane road on the left which leads to a small parking area.
A nice short challenging hike. The parking area off Arbutus is hard to find. Take the road with 4 mailboxes that looks like a private road. The road to the parking area is a very narrow road that looks like a driveway. It is on the left and goes behind the tennis courts you'll see if you miss the turn.
I lived on this property as a Child. Brings back great memories. Poorly marked trails. Confusing and limited parking. Great woods to take a short hike in and If you can manage to find it, you will end up at Twin Ponds.
Hidden, not easy to find, challenging at times. Enter of Arbutus. Nice little hike that ends on 25a where you can complete the trifecta by walking a quarter mile East and adding Phragmites and Betty Allen before you head back. Greenway signs on trees are a huge help because the trails narrow and are not well traveled.
Trail conditions & character
“It's located within a housing development which can look deceiving when trying to find parking.”
“A beautiful piece of natural Paradise, lovely valley trails with views of center Port harbor.”
“Very steep in spots, there is a historical cabin that the town is restoring.”
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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.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Phone+1 631-351-3000
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