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Kimberly Run Natural Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 91 Google reviews · Running trail in Somerset, Pennsylvania · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Kimberly Run Natural Area'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.
Serene trail-lined nature preserve featuring labeled trees, shaded woods and streams.
What runners say about Kimberly Run Natural Area
“The trails are easy enough for young children to enjoy and the area is well kept.”
“Beautiful lush woods with easy well marked trails & multiple benches along the way to take a break and enjoy this little gem.”
“Great rolling hills hiking/walking area both under tree canopy and out in open fields.”
“Beautiful lush woods with easy well marked trails & multiple benches along the way to take a break and enjoy this little gem.”
“it’s a very peaceful place to walk just could use a few more maps at least at parts where the trail splits off into multiple trails one yellow, blue and white”
This is a lovely walking trail. Mmx of wide and normal trail widths. Forest is tall and entirely shaded. Several trails. We did 2 general laps for 2.25 miles.
A well maintained trail system. This trail area is easy going. A few rocks and some roots, but for the most part it is a walk in the park. Walk all the paths available. It will give you different scenery and a chance to see the wildlife. Functional pathways made of wood to take you over some muddy areas.
I absolutely love this place! Perfect walking adventure to take dogs with! I like how it has signs to let you know when it's okay to take the dogs off the leash to let them run and it lets you know when to put them back on the leashes before leaving the park.
Great rolling hills hiking/walking area both under tree canopy and out in open fields. Have outdoor programs for adults and children. Great for dogs. Located close to Somerset.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful lush woods with easy well marked trails & multiple benches along the way to take a break and enjoy this little gem.”
“Took my dogs here to stretch our legs on a road trip.”
“Great rolling hills hiking/walking area both under tree canopy and out in open fields.”
“it’s a very peaceful place to walk just could use a few more maps at least at parts where the trail splits off into multiple trails one yellow, blue and white”
“Even though this is a very easy trail, hikers should still watch their footing as there are portions of the trail cris-crossed by exposed tree roots and some small embedded rocks.”
“At the trailhead there is a large wooden sign showing the entire trail system which contains several trails of varying lengths.”
“Beautiful lush woods with easy well marked trails & multiple benches along the way to take a break and enjoy this little gem.”
Plan your run at Kimberly Run Natural Area
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitesomersetconservancy.org
- Phone(458) 205-4085
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | 8 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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