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Monocacy Way
4.7 ★★★★★ 66 Google reviews · Running trail in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Monocacy Way'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.
Peaceful walking trail running alongside a scenic stream.
What runners say about Monocacy Way
“The Pavilions are a great spot to have a picnic, beautiful waterfall, and the trail by the creek is a nice escape from the urban atmosphere.”
“I found it quite serene with the Creek running by and walking through the woods on the paths.”
The trail we took was the one that followed the Monacacy Creek. This is first time using this trail. I've only been to Illicks mill park. I found it quite serene with the Creek running by and walking through the woods on the paths.
Love this walk. Did it today with the in-laws and doggies. I always see tons of birds on this trail,this time I picked up some railroad spikes as well as saw this fox.
There’s two sides of this park. One side is nothing but dirt and forest trails. (Not wheel chair friendly or stroller friendly) must wear sneakers. The other side has a waterfall, tables, and a cement trail which is is wheel chair friendly, and stroller friendly. You could even wear sandals.
Beautiful walking trail along the stream. Great early in the morning when the fog is still over the stream in the summer. Neat spot.
Trail conditions & character
“The Pavilions are a great spot to have a picnic, beautiful waterfall, and the trail by the creek is a nice escape from the urban atmosphere.”
“I found it quite serene with the Creek running by and walking through the woods on the paths.”
“(Not wheel chair friendly or stroller friendly) must wear sneakers.”
Plan your run at Monocacy Way
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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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