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Hudson Park & Beach

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,401 Google reviews · Running trail in New Rochelle, New York · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Hudson Park & Beach'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.

Open 24hScenicStroller / ADARestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

This park features a sandy beach, a bandshell for musical events, a playground & a grassy space.

What runners say about Hudson Park & Beach

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (1,401 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 7 mentions

“The park and beach are beautiful and very clean but the downfall was the fact that there are no restrooms.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“The park and beach are beautiful and very clean but the downfall was the fact that there are no restrooms.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 6 mentions

“I love how quiet it is here it's great if you just want to clear your head without all of the noise from the city.”

I love this place. It is the perfect park/beach the place is great to fish enjoy the scenery ,have a great time with the children. And also exercise and run You can sit on the beach or enjoy boat rides There is 10 dollars admission, but it is worth every dollar to go there.

★★★★★ — Among , May 2024

Hudson Park is located off of Shore Road and not far from I-95 exit 16. It offers Beaches, Park Setting and a couple of Piers for sitting. It has Parking but during the season you should arrive early or take public transportation. There are a couple of Restaurants within walking distance.

★★★★☆ — P , Apr 2023

Restrooms are locked or fenced in due to "remodeling". There are port-a-potties but they are locked. The park and beach are beautiful and very clean but the downfall was the fact that there are no restrooms. It is calm and serene here...

★★★★☆ — La , Jul 2025

Just dropped in at this local park and paid the non resident parking fee. Hot as heck, but there was enough shade and the park feels like visiting family, because there are kids and families swimming in the river, maybe from a summer camp?

★★★★★ — Sweeta , Aug 2025

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 17 mentions

“The park and beach are beautiful and very clean but the downfall was the fact that there are no restrooms.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 5 mentions

“I love how quiet it is here it's great if you just want to clear your head without all of the noise from the city.”

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🚻 Restrooms 4 mentions

“There is and outdoor shower and another inside the restroom wich was very convenient.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“If you wanna park inside then you have to pay like $10 but there is street parking right outside if available.”

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Stroller / ADA accessible

“All handicap accessible and there’s a playground for kids too!”

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Plan your run at Hudson Park & Beach

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • 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
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websitenewrochelleny.com
  • Phone(914) 654-2087
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Hudson Park & Beach

1 Hudson Park Rd, New Rochelle, NY 10801

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.