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Knox Farm State Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 1,552 Google reviews · Running trail in East Aurora, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
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- Paved
- Loop distance
- Not reported
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Confirmed from Knox Farm State 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.
633 acres for wildlife viewing, hiking & cross-country skiing, plus a dog park & historic buildings.
What runners say about Knox Farm State Park
“Well maintained property, beautiful landscape and rolling hills and trail area.”
“Buffalo is so lucky to have a state park that affords to maintain this beautiful spot for ppl to enjoy and recreate.”
“Wonderful hiking trails through the woods & huge dog park; perfect for dogs to run free off leash.”
“The paths are clearly marked and there are easy to follow maps onsite.”
Unique, multi habitat, sprawling state park minutes from the heart of East Aurora, originally owned by the Knox family of Buffalo. You can hike, cross country ski, bike (in designated areas) and ride horseback (with permit) throughout the park.
The photos don’t due justice, this place is beautiful especially during the fall. It has many trails to walk your dog, just please remember to bring water for them. It also has a library in the woods and relaxing benches to take a seat. It does has two fenced in dog areas, one for big dogs and the other for small.
One of my new favorite hiking spots in the Buffalo area! It has a nice mix of wooded trails and lovely views of the surrounding hills. Trails are well-maintained. The buildings on the property are interesting to look at—the Knoxes were not hurting for money!
Beautiful piece of land to explore our relax. Bring your kids, pets, bike, or roller blades. There's a few amazing walking trails through fields, woods, and gardens. It is a definite must visit. There's also a very cool book closet tucked back a bit in the woods with a bench.
Trail conditions & character
“Weather you want to bring your dogs, walk, jog or site see Knox is only a stone throw away from East Aurora where there are many other things gs to do as well!”
“Buffalo is so lucky to have a state park that affords to maintain this beautiful spot for ppl to enjoy and recreate.”
“There's a nice dog park near the parking lot, it wasn't very busy but I'm sure on a day with nicer weather there would be more dogs.”
“Kids always enjoy going here they climb trees and enjoy seeing all the other dogs that come to the park.”
“This consists of some benches in the shade and a book closet where visitors can borrow something to read or leave a book to share.”
“It has a paved path for easy walking or trails that you can take into the woods.”
“The main path is the outer loop with various trails that cut across so you can customize the length of your outing.”
Plan your run at Knox Farm State Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteparks.ny.gov
- Phone(716) 652-0786
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–6 PM |
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