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Morris Canal Park
4.2 ★★★★☆ 68 Google reviews · Running trail in Little Falls Township, New Jersey · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
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- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Morris Canal 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.
A picturesque green space with a waterfall, plus a children's playground, fishing and leisurely strolls.
What runners say about Morris Canal Park
“The Park is beautiful, but sadly no one seems to take care of it.”
“Nice quiet trail to take a leisurely stroll or to have a quiet sit down.”
Tranquil and calming. I wish we had preserved these canals completely as in Japan, for public recreational purposes and cycling/walking.
Nice quiet trail to take a leisurely stroll or to have a quiet sit down. It's a great place to just relax in, and enjoy the tranquility when the weather is at its most pleasant. It's always kept well preserved and clean, which immensely adds to its' appeal.
Super fun weekend hike. Very short and therefore great for smaller children. 5 minute adventure, but beautiful view. Great little trip, 5 stars.
Very nice there are two trails one you stay up top and when come to the end look down on the falls The other trail goes down a trail to the river and you view the falls at river level They are part of the Passaic River basin
Trail conditions & character
“A great spot to view the Little Falls and the spot where the Morris Canal crossed the Passaic River in an aqueduct.”
“Nice quiet trail to take a leisurely stroll or to have a quiet sit down.”
Plan your run at Morris Canal 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.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- Phone(201) 288-1422
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–8:30 PM |
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