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Hemlock Trail
4.2 ★★★★☆ 29 Google reviews · Running trail in Saratoga Springs, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Hemlock Trail'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 Hemlock Trail
Great walk, but the ticks are ferocious. Find 6 on my dog. 2 on myself.
The trail isn't anything super exciting, but it's a pretty easy and quick walk through the woods. I went during the winter when everything was dead and covered in snow, but I'll bet it looks nice during the warmer months when everything is green.
I really enjoyed it and it's a great trail is you have kids. You could hear cars and see houses which slightly took away from it personally. Trail was nicely marked. I went on the longer trail and it was only 2 miles or there abouts.
Still using micro spikes, muddy spots but it's still a pleasant level walk.
Trail conditions & character
“Still using micro spikes, muddy spots but it's still a pleasant level walk.”
Plan your run at Hemlock Trail
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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteparks.ny.gov
- Phone(518) 584-2535
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8 PM |
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