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Mary Ann Furnace Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 171 Google reviews · Running trail in Hanover, Pennsylvania · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- 2.2 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Mary Ann Furnace Trailhead'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.
Beginner-friendly, scenic hiking trails featuring creek access, campsites, picnic tables and wetlands.
What runners say about Mary Ann Furnace Trailhead
“Very diverse and scenic with the creeks, streams, marsh area and Chestnut tree research area.”
“Great trail, very clean and easy to follow”
2.2 mile trail with a small waterfall under the bridge as you first start, the trail goes along the lake in some spots and is nicely shaded, there are benches along the trail as well.
Love this area! The parking lot is right next to the creek- a great place to relax with some picnic tables. The trail is about 2.2 miles loop after taking a straight path from the parking area. Very diverse and scenic with the creeks, streams, marsh area and Chestnut tree research area.
I call this The Turtle trail when I'm with my kids. We always see turtles. Trail gets muddy at some spots. Also it's popular with dog walkers.
Short but nice hike. A little bit of everything in a 2 1/2 mile. Honeysuckle galore. Really a good hike at the end of your day if you're in the area.
Trail conditions & character
“The parking lot is right next to the creek- a great place to relax with some picnic tables.”
“Very diverse and scenic with the creeks, streams, marsh area and Chestnut tree research area.”
“I would recommend being prepared to hike small hills that in certain areas are a little steep.”
“It's packed dirt -- I just ran after rainfall and aside from the occasional, easily avoidable puddle, it's not a slick/soupy trail.”
“Nice trail but wouldn't try to take a stroller as theres large roots that cause obstacles”
“2 miles loop after taking a straight path from the parking area.”
“No porta potty facilities at trailhead so plan accordingly.”
“Best for walking or biking, not for strollers though, the trail is too small for that at times.”
“The trails have new markers since I was last here.”
Plan your run at Mary Ann Furnace Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Loop distance2.2 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–9 PM |
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