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Joseph F. William Memorial Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 399 Google reviews · Running trail in Cicero, New York · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Shade
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Confirmed from Joseph F. William Memorial 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.

ScenicRestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

What runners say about Joseph F. William Memorial Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (399 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 6 mentions

“The park is beautifully maintained with lush green spaces, clean paths, and plenty of seating areas to relax and enjoy nature.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 6 mentions

“Great view with lots of benches and a gazebo.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 5 mentions

“The playground is perfect for kids, and there are great spots for a peaceful walk or a picnic.”

Cute place for a picnic with the kids. Always a fun time digging in the sand, walking on the dock, and playing on the playground. Watch out for all the goose poop though, and the water may not be suitable for swimming with all the plant and algae growth in it.

★★★★☆ — Emily , Sep 2022

I had a wonderful time visiting Joseph F. William Memorial Park. The park is beautifully maintained with lush green spaces, clean paths, and plenty of seating areas to relax and enjoy nature. The playground is perfect for kids, and there are great spots for a peaceful walk or a picnic.

★★★★★ — Graziella , Aug 2024

Went here for the recent solar eclipse, there were plenty of places to sit in the shade while we waited.

★★★★☆ — Ronan , Apr 2024

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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 11 mentions

“Restrooms are clean, some bences to sit and enjoy the view.”

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🚻 Restrooms 8 mentions

“Bathrooms are on site and a foot washing area for when you leave the sandy beach.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 5 mentions

“The playground is perfect for kids, and there are great spots for a peaceful walk or a picnic.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Nice park with a decent amount of parking.”

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Plan your run at Joseph F. William Memorial 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 trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
  • Websitecicero.recdesk.com
  • Phone+1 315-699-5233
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 8 am–9 pm
Tuesday 8 am–9 pm
Wednesday 8 am–9 pm
Thursday 8 am–9 pm
Friday 8 am–9 pm
Saturday 8 am–9 pm
Sunday 8 am–9 pm

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 Joseph F. William Memorial Park

7033 Lakeshore Rd, Cicero, NY 13039

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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.