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Lewis Morris Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 764 Google reviews · Running trail in Morristown, New Jersey · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Lewis Morris 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.
County park featuring miles of trails, picnic areas, sports fields & a sandy beach on Sunrise Lake.
What runners say about Lewis Morris Park
“Extensive, well maintained trails and clean bathrooms in most of the parking lots.”
“I loved this place such a beautiful nature quite and not crowded Picnic area with bbq grills A beach lake for swimming Hiking and mountain biking”
“Excellent parking and good signage make for a seamless experience.”
Great park, plenty of parking, short or long trails depending on your desired activity level. Most of them have some grades to them, a bit of uphill or downhill, but nothing too difficult. The trails are marked, but slightly more clearer marking would be great.
nice trails in this area and a lovely area to have a picnic (they have several picnic tables). they also have grills here too if you wanted to barbecue. there is a small stream and a lake. there is some parking spaces as well. overall a nice place to enjoy nature and hang out by yourself or with friends and family.
Extensive, well maintained trails and clean bathrooms in most of the parking lots. I’d use park maps as AllTrails and Google Maps don’t reflect the latest trail closures or reroutes. Ran into a few dead ends using these apps, so best to use the actual park maps to avoid going off trail
Extraordinary trails to join with the family and / or friends for a nice walk with nature. If you prefer enjoy the lake with the kids is another option!
Trail conditions & character
“This park is gorgeous and has lovely trails for hiking and on leash dog walking.”
“I loved this place such a beautiful nature quite and not crowded Picnic area with bbq grills A beach lake for swimming Hiking and mountain biking”
“The park is beautiful and big, trails for hiking and cycling, lake with swimming area, parking lots with plenty spots, free entrance.”
“Great park, plenty of parking, short or long trails depending on your desired activity level.”
“My biggest complaint is that there are a couple sections with gravel that are hard to avoid, even if you're trying to stick to the single-track.”
“My biggest complaint is that there are a couple sections with gravel that are hard to avoid, even if you're trying to stick to the single-track.”
“Extensive, well maintained trails and clean bathrooms in most of the parking lots.”
“No water available in the fenced area, but a seasonal water fountain is nearby.”
Plan your run at Lewis Morris Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- 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, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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