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Long Wharf Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 1,833 Google reviews · Running trail in New Haven, Connecticut · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Long Wharf 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.
Narrow area on the water offering walking paths, benches & a pier with historic schooner replicas.
What runners say about Long Wharf Park
“Stopped here on the way through New Haven on a beautiful day in January.”
A great spot to enjoy the seaside views and grab a bite! Long Wharf Park is a beautiful place to relax with family and friends. The waterfront views are stunning, and there’s plenty of greenery and bird life to enjoy. The area is also home to a variety of food trucks offering a wide range of delicious options.
Long Wharf Park is one of those spots that’s way better than you expect. It’s right by all the food trucks (literally across the street), so the move is grab your food and bring it over here to eat by the water. There’s a pier, plenty of space for kids to run around, and honestly just room to breathe.
If your looking for food, a place to fish or simply a nice place for a run or a walk. This is one of New havens gems. Set right by the water you have many options when it comes to what to do. During the day time hours you can find many different good trucks of different ethnicity. So you have plenty of food choices.
Beautiful walk. Plenty of food trucks to satisfy your food needs as well. I had ok Mexican food. But it was really nice to sit on the rocks and relax. Would recommend for folks in New Haven. Good water feels!
Trail conditions & character
“Easy, low-key, and a solid spot to sit, eat, and take in the view… especially if you time it right.”
“Just a heads-up—parking can be a bit tricky on weekends, as most of it is roadside parallel parking.”
“It’s perfect for grabbing some delicious tacos after a nice walk with your dog.”
Plan your run at Long Wharf Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- Phone(860) 424-3000
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–7 PM |
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