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F T Proctor Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 512 Google reviews · Running trail in Utica, New York · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from F T Proctor 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.
Rolling 62-acre city park with a creek & lily pond plus basketball courts & sports fields.
What runners say about F T Proctor Park
“Such a beautiful place, I love going to this park, the bike trails and walking trails are designed to get the blood pumping.”
“Peaceful place with cool creek and stone staircases”
Such a huge space, it feels very akin to Central Park (or as close as Utica is gonna get!). We love exploring the wooded area and biking around the loop. There's a reflection pond full of tiny fishes and tad poles, an excellent experience for the little ones.
We love this beautiful park. I grew up here and it's always been clean and friendly and pets friendly as well. We come here to hike and let the woes of this world melt away. Come and enjoy nature as it meant to be, bring a positive attitude as well. See ya at Proctor Park....
F. T. Proctor Park is a peaceful 4.6-star park with 500 reviews, appreciated for its open green spaces, walking trails, and relaxing environment. It’s a great spot for picnics, casual strolls, or simply enjoying nature away from the city’s noise.
Such a beautiful place, I love going to this park, the bike trails and walking trails are designed to get the blood pumping. A very family oriented park.
Trail conditions & character
“Such a beautiful place, I love going to this park, the bike trails and walking trails are designed to get the blood pumping.”
“Peaceful place with cool creek and stone staircases”
Plan your run at F T Proctor Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecityofutica.com
- Phone+1 315-738-0172
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–9 pm |
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