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Flory Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 162 Google reviews · Running trail in Lancaster, Pennsylvania · Dawn to dusk

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Mixed
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Dawn to dusk

Confirmed from Flory 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.

MixedScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

Baseball fields are among the features of this creekside park designed for hiking and picnics.

What runners say about Flory Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (162 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 6 mentions

“A monster playground for the kiddos, well maintained ball fields, and a huge pavilion to boot.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 4 mentions

“The view is absolutely Beautiful!”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 3 mentions

“This little park offer so much, located behind the hustle and bustle of the Lincoln high way, it offer a peaceful place for local residents to enjoy.”

🐕 dog-walking favorite 3 mentions

“The park is also dog friendly and has a trail that leads right to Walmart.”

This little park offer so much, located behind the hustle and bustle of the Lincoln high way, it offer a peaceful place for local residents to enjoy. It has a picnic area , new playground and walking trail and a baseball field. The plenty of space to run around, bring a blanket and have wine by the creek.

★★★★★ — 1More , Jun 2024

We start at the parking lot off Strasburg Pike and walk the path to the playground. It’s a nice walk along the river. Our 3 year old and 5 year old grandkids walked it no problem. It’s always fun to point out the ducks, geese and turtles. There’s enough at the playground for toddlers.

★★★★★ — Rita , Jun 2025

I live close enough to take my 🐕. Very clean and very nice trail along the river. Dog waste station and super clean. Nice play area for kids and ball field. Have seen lots of different families use the public access for all types of affairs. Ample parking as well.

★★★★☆ — Wanderlust , Aug 2022

Very peaceful, grounds kept up always, trail nice and with history, it's my favorite Park 🏞️

★★★★★ — Clarise , Apr 2023

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 162 reviews →

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.

🚻 Restrooms 8 mentions

“Bathrooms seem to be clean, and unlocked.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 6 mentions

“The view is absolutely Beautiful!”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 5 mentions

“The park is also dog friendly and has a trail that leads right to Walmart.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“We start at the parking lot off Strasburg Pike and walk the path to the playground.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 4 mentions

“This little park offer so much, located behind the hustle and bustle of the Lincoln high way, it offer a peaceful place for local residents to enjoy.”

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🪨 Crushed gravel / limestone 3 mentions

“The gravel path nestled between the natural stone walls and the creek is our favorite.”

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🛣️ Paved surface

“Cute park with a short shaded gravel walking trail and additional paved walking areas.”

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Plan your run at Flory Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
  • 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, restrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websiteeastlampetertownship.org
  • Phone(717) 291-4676
  • Social Facebook

Hours

Monday 6 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–9 PM
Thursday 6 AM–9 PM
Friday 6 AM–9 PM
Saturday 6 AM–9 PM
Sunday 6 AM–9 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 Flory Park

416 Dohner Dr, Lancaster, PA 17602

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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.