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Nature View Park
3.9 ★★★★☆ 104 Google reviews · Running trail in Amherst, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Nature View 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 1,254-acre park of forests, fields, creeks & trails set aside in 2006 through grassroots efforts.
What runners say about Nature View Park
“There are not many people who come here due to the trails not being very well-kept but I think that it is part of what makes this park great.”
I love how untouched and wild this park is! There are always tons of wild life here and a great secluded spot for birding/herping. There are not many people who come here due to the trails not being very well-kept but I think that it is part of what makes this park great.
If you’re coming here to walk I’d recommend scrolling down to direct you to the entrance on Sweethome Rd. This listing will direct you to a private entry. Also if it rained ANYTIME close to when you’re coming wear fishing boots up to you knees cause there is a lot of water and mud!
Hidden gem of east Amherst many trails to explore with plenty of nature
It’s an alright trail for the smaller towns of Amherst. It has other bike paths and running courses for those who are disappointed and seeking others. I found this to be a nice place to go for a leisurely stroll not worth going at hard but rather just going out with a friend to catch up.
Trail conditions & character
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The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- Websitewnylc.org
- Phone(716) 687-1225
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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