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Norristown Farm Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,231 Google reviews · Running trail in Norristown, Pennsylvania · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Norristown Farm 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.
Green space with 7+ miles of paved trails for biking & hiking plus a stocked trout fishing stream.
What runners say about Norristown Farm Park
“In my many experiences here, it's always been clean and well-maintained.”
“A beautiful creek that is stocked with trout, and trails past soybean fields that are part of a still working farm.”
“Great place to walk a dog or go jogging,.”
“As always, our walk at Norristown Farm Park today was refreshing, peaceful and energizing.”
One of my favorite spaces on Earth. Beautiful quiet places in nature, with paved paths, and off the beaten track paths. Whatever you choose. There are creeks to listen and watch, or skip stones in, and trails to feel serenely at Peace. Winter, Spring, Summer or Fall. So many great areas for walking and exploring.
After 4 years of living in the area, my love for this local gem has only deepened. The addition of the community garden has been great, the staff and programs they run are wonderful, and the variety of trails is unmatched outside of our neighboring National Park, Valley Forge.
We absolutely love the Farm Park. We have not yet participated in any of the activities that they offer. But we feel like the activities they offer are wholesome and appreciated. It's a wonderful spot to walk, ride bikes, bird watch, or just view nature.
At first glance does look like a farm. Noticeably different on the Germantown Pike side no corn. It's looks like green beans. Also the Philadelphia Horticultural Society (PHS) set up with some plants and looks like vegetable garden. The fence around in does attract birds. Towards Whitehall corn was planted.
Trail conditions & character
“A beautiful creek that is stocked with trout, and trails past soybean fields that are part of a still working farm.”
“Love exploring the trails with my Dog at this beautiful park!”
“Beautiful quiet places in nature, with paved paths, and off the beaten track paths.”
“😀 Although there is a nice picnic area, could not see a restroom.”
“As always, our walk at Norristown Farm Park today was refreshing, peaceful and energizing.”
Plan your run at Norristown Farm Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitemontcopa.org
- Phone+1 610-270-0215
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–8 pm |
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