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Five Islands Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 537 Google reviews · Running trail in New Rochelle, New York · Dawn to dusk

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Distance
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Shape
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Shade
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Access
Dawn to dusk

Confirmed from Five Islands 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.

ScenicRestroomsTrailhead parking

Park offering a kid-friendly picnic area with barbecue grills, a pavilion, and access to water.

What runners say about Five Islands Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (537 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 6 mentions

“Such a beautiful place with one of the most amazing sunset and very well kept, not too far from home, with plenty of space for a picnic on the grass with a blanket and play soccer.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 11 mentions

“Such a beautiful place with one of the most amazing sunset and very well kept, not too far from home, with plenty of space for a picnic on the grass with a blanket and play soccer.”

Had an amazing time here walking around. There is a hiking trail in the woods and there are tons of parking and picnic tables. There is also plenty of amazing views of the Long Island s to tf

★★★★★ — Richiefromtheyo , May 2025

This hidden gem is such a great find especially for a great winter walk Be sure to walk the neighborhood as there is lots to see including Salesian missions and the 100 year old Salesian high school. Great place to take wonderful winter pictures. Make you walk all of the trails to see the various views

★★★★★ — Michael , Jan 2022

A beautiful park along the Sound in New Rochelle. Kayaking is available through LL Bean at the park. Rentals available. Beautiful areas to hike and walk along the water.

★★★★★ — Pamela , Jun 2023

Five Island Park is a great spot for a nice, calming walk. The pathways are clean, and it’s a peaceful place to get some fresh air and unwind. There are restrooms on site, which is a big plus. Overall, it’s a lovely, well-maintained park, perfect for a quick stroll or just to relax.

★★★★★ — Ido , Jun 2025

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 17 mentions

“Such a beautiful place with one of the most amazing sunset and very well kept, not too far from home, with plenty of space for a picnic on the grass with a blanket and play soccer.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“There is a hiking trail in the woods and there are tons of parking and picnic tables.”

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🚻 Restrooms

“There are restrooms on site, which is a big plus.”

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Plan your run at Five Islands 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
  • Websitenewrochelleny.com
  • Phone(914) 654-2000
  • Social Instagram

Hours

Monday 8 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 8 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 8 AM–7 PM
Thursday 8 AM–7 PM
Friday 8 AM–7 PM
Saturday 8 AM–7 PM
Sunday 8 AM–7 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Five Islands Park

99 Le Fevres Ln, New Rochelle, NY 10801

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.