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Erie Canal Trailway Access Site
4.7 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Running trail in Memphis, New York · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Erie Canal Trailway Access Site'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 Erie Canal Trailway Access Site
“This is a nice easy peaceful place to ride your bike or take a walk.”
Ruins of an old portion of an aqueduct and water level control gate from the original Erie Canal are still present here. Parking for 4-5 cars, not a bad spot to get on and off the trail and maybe try some fishing in Carpenter's Brook.
Beautiful trail to walk accessing in Weedsport. After a mile take a left when you hit the road then another left and you can feed a few horses if you brought some apples. Really wonderful place.
The trail starts between Arby's and 34. It's not marked very well. Other than that it's quiet and serene.
Trail conditions & character
“This is a nice easy peaceful place to ride your bike or take a walk.”
Plan your run at Erie Canal Trailway Access Site
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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteonondagacountyparks.com
- Phone(315) 451-7275
- Social Instagram
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 |
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