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Mulholland Wildflower Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 276 Google reviews · Running trail in Ithaca, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
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- Shape
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- Shade
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- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Mulholland Wildflower Preserve'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.
Designated in 1970, this nature park offers trails, waterfalls, rock formations & wildlife viewing.
What runners say about Mulholland Wildflower Preserve
“Beautiful place 🙏🏻🌼 it was too busy for me to get too far along and enjoy but I’ll be back to explore when the holidays pass.”
“Easy walk Can wade in the water (or swim if your careful).”
This is my absolute *favorite* nature spot in all of Ithaca. Not only is it relatively secluded, the paths are all clear and easy to walk. I've happened to find several little hide away spots as well that give me the perfect inspiration for my art and writing.
Great trail along the water and saw a lot of beautiful plants- Trillium, Jack in the Pulpit, wild Geranium and others. Makes a little loop/turnaround at the end and the parking is easy to find and convenient. We also took my dog and she had a great time.
Had a great hike to Second Dam, Potters Falls, and Third Dam. About 5 miles total with some wet weather falls along the way.
Fun place to hike or walk your dog. Not too busy during the week. Plenty of parking. No restrooms.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful place 🙏🏻🌼 it was too busy for me to get too far along and enjoy but I’ll be back to explore when the holidays pass.”
“If you can park, the problem is most of the spaces for parking is taken by the local swimming parties.”
“Very beautiful place good for a walk with the dog”
Plan your run at Mulholland Wildflower Preserve
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.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–7 pm |
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