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Granite Mountain Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 34 Google reviews · Running trail in Putnam Valley, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Granite Mountain Preserve'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.
What runners say about Granite Mountain Preserve
“Beautiful quiet place to think in nature”
“Well marked route and the ever changing elevation is great for trail running.”
“Beautiful quiet place to think in nature”
“Great uphill hike and dog loved it.”
Nice rigorous hike. Lots of mosquitos though. Lookout rock was a little underwhelming. Still enjoyed the hike though.
Had a great day hiking here. It is tough going up the hills I survived lol 😁💪💪💪💪
Nice hike with well maintained trails. Not the best views, but plenty of diversity in terrain and good shade. It also was surprisingly quiet.
Beautiful serene hike. Straight uphill for the first half mile but get more like a normal hike after that
Trail conditions & character
“Not the best views, but plenty of diversity in terrain and good shade.”
“Parking lot is small but the trails and elevation are great.”
“Parking lot is small but the trails and elevation are great.”
“Well marked route and the ever changing elevation is great for trail running.”
Plan your run at Granite Mountain Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- Websitehhlt.org
- Phone+1 845-424-3358
Hours
| Monday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 9 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 9 am–5 pm |
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