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Ernest L. Oros Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 195 Google reviews · Running trail in Avenel, New Jersey · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Ernest L. Oros 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.
Wildlife preservation area with a butterfly garden and trails, plus gazebos, a playground and benches.
What runners say about Ernest L. Oros Park
“It's a beautiful hiking trail with multiple ways to go multiple trails a beautiful big lake that's fishable from land or with kayak or small boat.”
“Photography is one of my hobbies and I def recommend this place for any bird lovers or someone who just wants a quiet walk.”
An awesome place that you would never think would be where it is! Much bigger than I expected and so much wildlife. Photography is one of my hobbies and I def recommend this place for any bird lovers or someone who just wants a quiet walk. There are no real trails as its muddy or grassy...depending...
It one of the better small spots in woodbridge,i have been visiting this place for like 7 years and it has progressed and transformed since i first saw it. It is generally quiet and empty other them birdwatchers and fishermen. there are a few odd surprises if you explore enough.
Largely unmaintained park, bordering a large wildlife reserve. They have numerous trails alongside a pond. Good to take a walk and observe wildlife. Nice butterfly garden with a gazebo. Benches along the way. Free 2 hour parking on the street in front of the entrance. No parking lot on premise.
It's a beautiful hiking trail with multiple ways to go multiple trails a beautiful big lake that's fishable from land or with kayak or small boat.Also a good bird watching spot
Trail conditions & character
“Free 2 hour parking on the street in front of the entrance.”
“It's a beautiful hiking trail with multiple ways to go multiple trails a beautiful big lake that's fishable from land or with kayak or small boat.”
“Photography is one of my hobbies and I def recommend this place for any bird lovers or someone who just wants a quiet walk.”
“There are no real trails as its muddy or grassy.”
Plan your run at Ernest L. Oros Park
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to 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(732) 634-4500
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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