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Hayes Nature Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 108 Google reviews · Running trail in Clifton Park, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
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Confirmed from Hayes Nature 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 hiking venue featuring wooded paths with bridges and charming fairy houses.
What runners say about Hayes Nature Park
“A well maintained local path for wandering through the woods.”
“The loops are easy to navigate and the map isnt confusing to read.”
“On my hunt for Betty the Yeti, I discovered a serene spot situated in a suburb.”
“A great place for an easy walk.”
Nice, well marked trails. Not too much wildlife. Overall just a nice walk!
Great walk before or after dinner. Not long, but you could go around a few times if you're feeling saucy.😊 Happy trails!
A well maintained local path for wandering through the woods. It is our go to quick dog walking place. The various paths were cut through a wooded area so have a fair amount of canopy. We're able to bring our dogs there in a light rain and still remain relativity dry as the trees protect us.
Nice, short trail. Easy for kids and well maintained. We even saw a deer!
Trail conditions & character
“I love this little Park for walking my dog, and so do a few other dogwalkers I've seen there.”
“This was a really nice shady walk with many trails winding through the wooded area.”
“Trail is well marked, level and in great condition!”
“ADA - accessible trails is refreshing to note - made me happy to see everyone could enjoy nature out there in the woods.”
“On my hunt for Betty the Yeti, I discovered a serene spot situated in a suburb.”
“We're able to bring our dogs there in a light rain and still remain relativity dry as the trees protect us.”
“Trail is well marked, level and in great condition!”
Plan your run at Hayes Nature 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- 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.
- Websitecliftonparkny.gov
Hours
| Monday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 5 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 5 AM–8 PM |
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