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Luther Forest Trail Head
4.7 ★★★★★ 69 Google reviews · Running trail in Malta, New York · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Luther Forest Trail Head'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.
Trails for bike-riding through woods along with hiking options.
What runners say about Luther Forest Trail Head
Great loop. Not very well marked. Pull it up on all trails and ensure your phone is charged.
Excellent trail. Many people use this trail head for trail riding on their bikes. The small parking lot during the summer can get a little crowded. You can however park across the road and just walk / bike over.
I've been coming here for mtb ride, but today was a hike with my boys "with our rc crawlers." We all had fun.
This trail Borders the HVCC Tech school it is well kept and virtually empty most of the time. I usually take my dog for walks along this trail. Which is bordered by woods on both size of a paved path. We both love the solitude and the beauty of this area. Located off of 20 Hermes Road
Trail conditions & character
“This was my first time hiking my dog on these trails.”
“Great variety of skills and technical features available for the public to use and learn new techniques.”
Plan your run at Luther Forest Trail Head
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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