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Kinkora Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 152 Google reviews · Running trail in Columbus, New Jersey · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Kinkora Trail'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.
Paved trail through fields and woods offering benches and picnic tables.
What runners say about Kinkora Trail
“Great scenery of the farm fields and nature and the path is well maintained and has seats along the way”
“This is a beautiful paved walk through fields, gorgeous forests, freshwater wetlands, and sweeping farmland.”
“Best to go early in the morning if you want to avoid direct sunlight; only a few spots of shade on the trail.”
“This is an easy trail for the fit but would also be good for dog walkers and joggers.”
“This is an easy trail for the fit but would also be good for dog walkers and joggers.”
If you put Kinkora Trail into Google Maps it leads you to the incorrect location, it leads you to a roadside farm stand. The kind gentleman at the roadside farm explained to me that the trail entrance is at the park. Put in "Township Park" to find the walking trail through the woods.
Very nice paved path that runs through farmland, woods and open spaces. The paths are wide so they offer a lot of space between people. Lots of people were biking, running and walking. There are a few benches throughout the walkway for resting and a picnic table for families.
Short but great for families and all levels. We ext d the ride on some local country roads. This trail will be great when all finished.
I love this place. It's an out and back path 2 miles each way, so 4 miles total through some forest and farm land. It's really beautiful. I always have a great walk every time I come here highly recommend.
Trail conditions & character
“This is a beautiful paved walk through fields, gorgeous forests, freshwater wetlands, and sweeping farmland.”
“This is a beautiful paved walk through fields, gorgeous forests, freshwater wetlands, and sweeping farmland.”
“The trail is wonderful as it weaves through wooded areas, open fields and even manicured sections with picnic tables.”
“Paved the entire way with little elevation change; good for walkers, cyclists, dogs, families, etc.”
“Great, calming walk with level ground and beautiful sounds of nature.”
“It goes through Township park and has a parking lot right by the entrance of the trail.”
Plan your run at Kinkora Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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.
- Websiteco.burlington.nj.us
- Phone+1 609-265-5858
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 am–6:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30 am–6:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30 am–6:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30 am–6:30 pm |
| Friday | 6:30 am–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6:30 am–6:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6:30 am–6:30 pm |
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