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Mercer County Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 6,043 Google reviews · Running trail in West Windsor Township, New Jersey · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Mercer County 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.
Diverse activities available in a large preserve including play fields, trails, a lake & a dog park.
What runners say about Mercer County Park
“The park's well-maintained trails and open spaces make it an ideal location for early morning walks or evening strolls, allowing one to fully immerse in these natural phenomena.”
“This park is Beautiful and has pretty much any amenity you can think of, you can practice there a wide variety of sports and activities.”
“The playgrounds are great for families, and the Marina offers peaceful views that make you forget you're just minutes from town.”
“The regatta itself was a thrilling spectacle, with rowers of all ages and skill levels competing in various events.”
Beautiful Park located in Mercer county. It has huge picnic ground, many playground including splash park , a lake , hiking trails and much more. It offers paddle boats, kayak boats, ferry rides all around the summer time. Lake has sandy beach. To spend a hot summer day it is all in one beautiful park .
Great 5 mile trail that went through paved paths, wooded trails, past water, and a nice dam where we were able to see swans, blue storks, and a bald eagle!
5 enthusiastic stars for this beauty! What an absolute pleasure to spend a day here. Truly, there is so much to do that a day isn't nearly enough time. There's plenty of parking but we visited on a Friday so weekends may be more crowded. So, what to do? Where do I start?!
Having studied at Mercer County Community College, this park was my go-to escape, and it still holds up. Whether you're looking to unwind by the lake, hop on a paddleboat, or get moving with a jog or bike ride, there's something for everyone.
Trail conditions & character
“This park is Beautiful and has pretty much any amenity you can think of, you can practice there a wide variety of sports and activities.”
“The facilities were top-notch, with clean restrooms, ample parking, and well-maintained picnic areas.”
“The facilities were top-notch, with clean restrooms, ample parking, and well-maintained picnic areas.”
“The playgrounds are great for families, and the Marina offers peaceful views that make you forget you're just minutes from town.”
“Great 5 mile trail that went through paved paths, wooded trails, past water, and a nice dam where we were able to see swans, blue storks, and a bald eagle!”
Plan your run at Mercer County 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitemercercounty.org
- Phone(609) 443-8560
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–4 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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