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Neilmann Trailhead of Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 33 Google reviews · Running trail in Saratoga Springs, New York · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Neilmann Trailhead of Wilton Wildlife Preserve & 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.
What runners say about Neilmann Trailhead of Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park
“An enjoyable walk in the forest, no views or anything but just a nice set of trails that loop around that you can get some exercise on & enjoy the beautiful forest around you.”
“Quiet, serene and beautiful and well marked”
“Quiet, serene and beautiful and well marked”
“A nice, easy trail for a nature walk or run.”
Great trail for waking the dog. Yellow trail is shorter than the orange one if you're just looking for a quick walk.
Nice and easy walk. The biggest issue was the insane amount of mosquitoes so make sure to bring bug repellent. Blue trail has a beautiful field view towards the end (check pictures). Trails could have been marked a little better but overall easily followable. Recommended!
An enjoyable walk in the forest, no views or anything but just a nice set of trails that loop around that you can get some exercise on & enjoy the beautiful forest around you.
Beautiful shady walk for a hot sunny day. Not terribly challenging but rewarding, with lovely wildflowers, vernal pools and a tiny little stream with frogs.
Trail conditions & character
“An enjoyable walk in the forest, no views or anything but just a nice set of trails that loop around that you can get some exercise on & enjoy the beautiful forest around you.”
“Quiet, serene and beautiful and well marked”
“An enjoyable walk in the forest, no views or anything but just a nice set of trails that loop around that you can get some exercise on & enjoy the beautiful forest around you.”
“Nice flat trail through beautiful open forest with lots of ferns.”
Plan your run at Neilmann Trailhead of Wilton Wildlife Preserve & Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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.
- Websitewiltonpreserve.org
- Phone(518) 450-0321
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8 PM |
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