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Green Lakes State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 7,596 Google reviews · Running trail in Fayetteville, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Green Lakes State 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.
2 glacial lakes cast a green glow at this serene park with wooded trails & an 18-hole golf course.
What runners say about Green Lakes State Park
“The park was clean and the area had ample seating and room for blankets to sit on.”
“Beautiful NY state park with the best golfing value in the Syracuse NY area.”
“Beautiful nature and wildlife all around you, And so peaceful.”
“It's very family friendly and if you love the beach there you go.”
LOVE this park. Easy to find and hike here. You are surrounded by amazing views the whole hike. Some trails easier or harder than the others. Walked up by the campsite and had a great time resting in the sun with shade near by. Beautiful nature and wildlife all around you, And so peaceful.
Beautiful lake, beach and walking trail around the lake. Crystal clear water. Bathrooms and picnic areas well maintained. Can't wait to visit during fall foliage timeframe.
Amazing lakes that are super clean and blue!! Hikes are easy, well kept and peaceful. Spend some time on a bench soaking in the beauty of this park!
What a spectacular spot! People were super friendly and welcoming, my dog LOVED the walk, and the green water at sunset was awesome.
Trail conditions & character
“It is also interesting from a scientific/educational point of view and would be great place for anyone interested in this.”
“Beautiful nature and wildlife all around you, And so peaceful.”
“Beautiful day with kids and adults near the beach, bathrooms and playground.”
Plan your run at Green Lakes State Park
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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Websiteparks.ny.gov
- Phone(315) 637-6111
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–8 PM |
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