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Kershaw Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,155 Google reviews · Running trail in Canandaigua, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
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- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Kershaw 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.
Landscaped beach features lakefront walkways, a public dock, picnic pavilions & an open-air gazebo.
What runners say about Kershaw Park
“The views are breathtaking, and the walking paths are well-maintained with plenty of benches to relax and enjoy the scenery.”
“Or we can use one of the benches in the park to enjoy meal time with friends and family with beautiful views of the lake.”
“The picnic areas, open spaces, and clean facilities make it a wonderful destination for gatherings or a peaceful day outdoors.”
I love walking along Kershaw Park, especially in the morning before too many folks are arriving. It's peaceful and nice length to walk. I will probably start kayaking here next year, but it's nice to get a bite around Canandaigua and walk it off here.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Kershaw Park is a beautiful spot on the shores of Canandaigua Lake! The views are breathtaking, and the walking paths are well-maintained with plenty of benches to relax and enjoy the scenery. The beach area is clean and family-friendly, with designated swimming areas during the summer.
Kershaw Park in Canandaigua is a beautifully maintained lakefront park with scenic views of Canandaigua Lake. It’s ideal for families, walkers, and anyone looking to relax by the water 🤗 Pros: • Gorgeous lake views and sunsets 🌅 • Clean, paved walking paths • Nice playground • Benches, picnic areas • Close to…
Fun for the whole family! Love coming around this area for the fourth of July. Probably the best ring of fire and Fireworks display in all the Finger Lakes region. We love taking the kids here for a swim every now and then. Of course, we have to wait for the weather to warm up again lol.
Trail conditions & character
“Whether you want to walk along the lake, stop at the playground with the kids, go swimming in the summer, or simply sit and enjoy the views, etc there’s something for everyone.”
“I didn’t realize there was a parking lot in front of the beach nor that you had to pay $5 an adult and $3 a kid.”
“The picnic areas, open spaces, and clean facilities make it a wonderful destination for gatherings or a peaceful day outdoors.”
Plan your run at Kershaw 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 — reported by runners
- Websitecanandaiguanewyork.gov
- Phone+1 585-396-5060
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–11 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–11 pm |
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