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Ferry Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 484 Google reviews · Running trail in Rocky Hill, Connecticut · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Ferry 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.
Park, also featuring boat ramps, fishing docks and picnic tables, plus a grill restaurant for burgers, salad and more.
What runners say about Ferry Park
“It is a nice scenic area with a big parking lot and a snack shack.”
“Peaceful and secinic place you can sit for a while have your coffee on river side watch birds also there are tables for eating.”
Beautiful place to spend a few hours with friends and families. The only concern is insects and mosquitos - specially in rainy season. The riverside looks awesome in fall season. There's a trail and a big farmland as well.
Great view here to get awesome pictures. I love taking my dog here they both love walking around the little field that they have and looking at the water it is a great place to relax and get a nice walk in. They also have some benches where you can sit and have a quick picnic.
Terrific place. Wonderful to either just sit and enjoy the river, gravel grinds to Wethersfield, or take the ferry to Glastonbury. I'm cycling there all the time and always feel safe.
Ferry Park is a lovely place by the Connecticut River! You can take a nice walk, enjoy the river view, watch birds, and feel the peaceful nature around. It's a great spot to relax and enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. Highly recommend for a calming experience! 🌳🦢 #FerryPark #NatureLover
Trail conditions & character
“You can take a nice walk, enjoy the river view, watch birds, and feel the peaceful nature around.”
“Easily accessible from the Main Thoughofare, Main St.”
“Peaceful and secinic place you can sit for a while have your coffee on river side watch birds also there are tables for eating.”
“Plenty of free parking including for Handicap accessible Vehicles and boat trailers.”
“I love taking my dog here they both love walking around the little field that they have and looking at the water it is a great place to relax and get a nice walk in.”
Plan your run at Ferry Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitect.gov
- Phone(860) 594-2007
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–6:45 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–6:45 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–6:45 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–6:45 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–6:45 PM |
| Saturday | 10:30 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 10:30 AM–5 PM |
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