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Newton Lake Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 648 Google reviews · Running trail in Haddon Township, New Jersey · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Loop distance
Not reported
Shape
Loop
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Newton Lake 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.

LoopOpen 24hScenicDog-friendlyTrailhead parkingQuiet

Pet-friendly neighborhood park with open fields & running/walking trails around a lake.

What runners say about Newton Lake Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (648 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 11 mentions

“During fall and spring, one can take beautiful pictures of the lake with reflection of fall/spring foliage on the stagnant lake water.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 4 mentions

“All in all though, it was quiet and nice and looked like a nice path to walk/run on around the lake.”

03/16/2022 We came for a sunset hike today. We parked at 520 Newton Lake Drive and then hiked along roadside walkways/trails by Newton Lake Drive southeastward towards Lakeview Drive, crossed two roads till we saw McDonald’s, then we walked along the trail on the other side of the lake.

★★★★☆ — Angela , Mar 2022

I love the winding path around the small lakes. The smell of lake water and flowers mixed with evening air is an intoxicating aromatic cocktail. Alsolutely gorgeous views and very cool little benches out on the water.

★★★★★ — Thomas , Apr 2019

I love this place. Nothing out of the ordinary. I run here daily so I like the place! During winter the lake often freezes, giving it an ethereal look. During fall and spring, one can take beautiful pictures of the lake with reflection of fall/spring foliage on the stagnant lake water.

★★★★★ — Arnav , Jun 2021

Beautiful nature and scenery plus a gorgeous lake. Nice long walking path and you can fish in the lake at any time. If you love being surrounded by nature, this park is the best.

★★★★★ — Carson , Aug 2019

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 16 mentions

“During fall and spring, one can take beautiful pictures of the lake with reflection of fall/spring foliage on the stagnant lake water.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 4 mentions

“All in all though, it was quiet and nice and looked like a nice path to walk/run on around the lake.”

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🔁 Loop trail 3 mentions

“We were following the Newton Lake Trail Loop (3.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“Limited parking spots but nearby street parking.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 3 mentions

“The scenery is gorgeous, and it’s the perfect place to bring your dog for a walk.”

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Plan your run at Newton Lake Park

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.
  • At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitecamdencounty.com
  • Phone+1 866-226-3362
  • Social Instagram · Facebook

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

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Newton Lake Park

Haddon Township, New Jersey

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.