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Normanskill Farm HikingTrail
4.5 ★★★★★ 118 Google reviews · Running trail in Albany, New York · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Normanskill Farm HikingTrail'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.
Peaceful area known for hiking and a dog park, along with a creek and golf course.
What runners say about Normanskill Farm HikingTrail
“The organic farming area could use a little help from the clean up crew.”
“Normanskill Farm Hiking Trail offers scenic nature paths through woods and fields.”
“It's quiet and peaceful, not to mention it's right off of Delaware Ave before you cross the bridge over the Normanskill.”
“My absolute favorite local dog walk and park.”
Scenic walk by the river through the grounds of a beautiful old farm. Very clean and well maintained. The trail was very muddy, but it's just that time of year.
Gorgeous area, dog park is clean, peopke are friendly, the visible bridge has a gorgeous view but if you walk up the hill across from the parking lot there is a hidden one that is absolutely stunning. Highly recommend. Gets more beautiful as seasons change, never a dull moment, but never without peace.
My absolute favorite local dog walk and park. Gorgeous well maintained trails with lots of responsible dog owners. I go here every day, sometimes twice.
This hidden gem is amazing, a small dog park/trail but it's absolutely beautiful. It's quiet and peaceful, not to mention it's right off of Delaware Ave before you cross the bridge over the Normanskill. It does seem well known to locals and years ago there was a dog oriented geocache here, which was a cute find.
Trail conditions & character
“Always a great hike, finally got to take my dog out for the very first time, fellow hikers and dog owners here have such an amazing community.”
“Normanskill Farm Hiking Trail offers scenic nature paths through woods and fields.”
“It's quiet and peaceful, not to mention it's right off of Delaware Ave before you cross the bridge over the Normanskill.”
“Once you hit the golf course, the hills become extremely steep and difficult.”
“The trail was very muddy, but it's just that time of year.”
“Mostly flat with the river along the way, a farm house, little side trails to the river.”
Plan your run at Normanskill Farm HikingTrail
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
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 |
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