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Kincaid Woods

4.6 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · Running trail in Boonton, New Jersey · Dawn to dusk

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Natural surface
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Dawn to dusk

Confirmed from Kincaid Woods' 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.

Natural surfaceDog-friendlyHillyTrailhead parking

Well-maintained trail system that features a trail to Pyramid Mountain and kid-friendly options.

What runners say about Kincaid Woods

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (55 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 7 mentions

“There is clear signage marking the entrance, lots of parking and clearly marked trails that are well maintained.”

🪧 well-marked 2 mentions

“There is clear signage marking the entrance, lots of parking and clearly marked trails that are well maintained.”

Beautiful weather. The few bugs not too bad. Trails were clear, clean and wll maintained. Do not wear flip flops. Where appropriate hiking shoes or risk twisting your ankle. Enjoy; happy trails

★★★★★ — Eugene , Aug 2025

Great hiking trails for a quick walk. If you look around enough you will find some abandoned mine shafts and stuff. No major views or anything just nice trails for a walk.

★★★★☆ — William , Oct 2016

There is clear signage marking the entrance, lots of parking and clearly marked trails that are well maintained. Good for an easy short hike.

★★★★★ — Cristie , Jan 2018

Nice alternative parking from busy visitor center lot. Yellow trail will get you to tripod rock. Nice hike!

★★★★★ — Ray , Jan 2021

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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.

🐕 Dog-friendly 8 mentions

“Great parking and fun trails for dogs.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 6 mentions

“There is clear signage marking the entrance, lots of parking and clearly marked trails that are well maintained.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 3 mentions

“The trail is well marked with varying terrain from flat to hilly and to smooth to rocky.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack

“The trail is well marked with varying terrain from flat to hilly and to smooth to rocky.”

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Plan your run at Kincaid Woods

The practical stuff

  • AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
  • 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.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Trail mapOfficial trail map
  • Websitemorrisparks.net
  • Phone+1 973-334-3130
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

Hours

Monday 7 am–7 pm
Tuesday 7 am–7 pm
Wednesday 7 am–7 pm
Thursday 7 am–7 pm
Friday 7 am–7 pm
Saturday 7 am–7 pm
Sunday 7 am–7 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 Kincaid Woods

2 Kincaid Rd, Boonton, NJ 07005

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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.