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Mianus River State Park Scenic Reserve
4.2 ★★★★☆ 54 Google reviews · Running trail in Stamford, Connecticut · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Mianus River State Park Scenic Reserve yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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.
State park featuring riverfront hikes and geocaching spots.
What runners say about Mianus River State Park Scenic Reserve
“Parking is tight but this park is gorgeous and lush!”
“Great place to get out and take a walk, trails are in fair condition and mostly easy to follow.”
“Maybe it’s the quarantine talking but REALLY ENJOYED the quiet walk along the newly established trail that follows the river opposite of the area that allows bikes and dogs.”
Maybe it’s the quarantine talking but REALLY ENJOYED the quiet walk along the newly established trail that follows the river opposite of the area that allows bikes and dogs. Granted there were a lot of people milling around, it was still super peaceful and mostly well kept.
Beautiful park! My 4 month old and I walked about a mile in along the River. It was peaceful and a relatively easy walk. Not stroller friendly, no bathrooms that I saw. Although, the old barn could be converted possibly! Beautiful stroll, would highly recommend.
Great forest for hiking. If you familiar with Geocaching there is a lot of interesting hides around here
This is a wonderful park with tons of great trails and the ability to walk anywhere from half a mile to 6 mi really easily. Some of the trails have challenging elevation and others are flat.
Trail conditions & character
“Parking is tight but this park is gorgeous and lush!”
“Maybe it’s the quarantine talking but REALLY ENJOYED the quiet walk along the newly established trail that follows the river opposite of the area that allows bikes and dogs.”
“Maybe it’s the quarantine talking but REALLY ENJOYED the quiet walk along the newly established trail that follows the river opposite of the area that allows bikes and dogs.”
“Parking is tight but this park is gorgeous and lush!”
“Awesome hiking trails, dog friendly, very well marked must visit!”
Plan your run at Mianus River State Park Scenic Reserve
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
Running trails near Stamford
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
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Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens
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Zofnass Family Preserve
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Mianus River Gorge Preserve
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Large, old-growth forest nature preserve with miles of hiking trails, open Apr–Nov.