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Maple Grange Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 363 Google reviews · Running trail in Vernon Township, New Jersey · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 1.1 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Maple Grange 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.
Relaxed park featuring playgrounds, ball fields, a paved walking trail, picnic spots and basketball courts.
What runners say about Maple Grange Park
“There is a nice covered area with many picnic tables and clean public bathrooms.”
“Gorgeous park, nice walking trail, nice that there's turf so my little ones don't get covered in grass, tons of room for everyone to romp around, picnic area is great.”
“Great park, scenic walk, relaxing, clean, safe and family friendly.”
Gorgeous park, nice walking trail, nice that there's turf so my little ones don't get covered in grass, tons of room for everyone to romp around, picnic area is great. There is an extensive playground, we can't wait for the playground to reopen again!
This is a nice place to run if you want some variety of elevation. The walking path & parking lot is paved nicely, and it’s pretty spacious. It can get busy midweek afternoons with sports, but overall it’s a chill park.
Everything you need for good clean fun. Sports, hiking, circuit training path and playground with free community sourced book exchange.
Great open spaces, football fields, baseball fields, soccer fields, a distance marked jogging trail, clean bathrooms, ample parking, a kiddy playground for tiny ones and a bigger playground for bigger kids, plus beautiful views! Seriously, what more could you ask for in a park? Free entry? Check!
Trail conditions & character
“Gorgeous park, nice walking trail, nice that there's turf so my little ones don't get covered in grass, tons of room for everyone to romp around, picnic area is great.”
“Nice for walking or running around a paved track with exercise stations along the way - 1 mile per round.”
“There is a nice covered area with many picnic tables and clean public bathrooms.”
“Wit all her sniffing and other dog antics, our pooch got an additional half mile at least.”
“The playground is in great condition and there is ample parking so even when it's busy, you're still likely to find a spot.”
“The trail is a little over a mile long, and it's paved so it's ideal for pushing a stroller.”
Plan your run at Maple Grange 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
- Distance1.1 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitevernontwp.com
- Phone+1 973-764-4055
Hours
| Monday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 8 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 8 am–8 pm |
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