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Gedney Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 517 Google reviews · Running trail in Chappaqua, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Gedney 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.
Family-friendly park with a lake, plus trails for hiking and dogs.
What runners say about Gedney Park
“Beautiful lake with stunning sunset views, lots of seating, as well as picnic or gathering areas.”
“Beautiful place and super tailored to children/kids of all ages.”
That was nice hike around the pound and see turtles, ducks and fish. I also saw a small sneak. Easy trail. Good for families with small kids.
This park is beautiful. Really nice playground. Breezy to take a nice walk and explore. Kids can bike/scooter, a clean bathroom. Nice quiet little hill I've seen people getting a little tan. Can't wait to try the hike trails. The playground is enclosed, stroller friendly. Lots of parking.
Such a beautiful park. So serene. After a hike (there are multiple trails), enjoy a packed lunch overlooking the lake. Bring the kids and dogs as this is a pet-friendly park, and there is a great playground as well as a gazebo to do a homemade art project or two.
Great playground, large gazebo and both road and mountain path hiking. Lots of parking and large fields. Winter sledding hill.
Trail conditions & character
“Bring the kids and dogs as this is a pet-friendly park, and there is a great playground as well as a gazebo to do a homemade art project or two.”
“Beautiful lake with stunning sunset views, lots of seating, as well as picnic or gathering areas.”
“For convenience, the restrooms are located right by the parking/EV charge area—easily accessible no matter where you choose to relax.”
“Sometimes, part of the trail is too muddy to use.”
“For convenience, the restrooms are located right by the parking/EV charge area—easily accessible no matter where you choose to relax.”
“For convenience, the restrooms are located right by the parking/EV charge area—easily accessible no matter where you choose to relax.”
Plan your run at Gedney 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, restrooms — 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.
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Hours
| Monday | 8:45 AM–4:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:45 AM–4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:45 AM–4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:45 AM–4:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:45 AM–4:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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