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North Woods Loch Double Waterfall
4.7 ★★★★★ 75 Google reviews · Running trail in New York, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
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- Distance
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- Shade
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Confirmed from North Woods Loch Double Waterfall'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.
Natural area in Central Park with a peaceful vibe, a waterfall, and walking paths.
What runners say about North Woods Loch Double Waterfall
“The North Woods Loch Double Waterfall is one of Central Park’s most picturesque hidden attractions.”
“Popular with photographers, birdwatchers, and walkers, the Double Waterfall offers a peaceful escape from the bustle of Manhattan.”
One of the most peaceful spots in the Park. Great escape to nature in a city that never sleeps. The Loch trail will take you there. No sight of Skyscrapers, no other signs of urban life. The sound of the waterfall is mesmerizing.
This is a nice spot for a small picnic. Also a nice spot to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Not a good spot to run so I don’t understand the runners insisting on passing through here.
One of the best kept secrets of Central Park. Follow the trail up the hill, through the North Woods to find several more waterfalls. I truly hope that the upcoming renovations do not disturb the beauty of this spot.
A wonderful DOUBLE waterfall system (man made believe it or not) which you can get some nice pics of if you tread carefully. There is a larger solo Waterfall not far from here too! A few mins walk, head to The Ravine Waterfall.
Trail conditions & character
“The Double Waterfall is a portion of The Loch (a river passing from The Pool to the pool in the park), which is just hidden from the busy road that encircles the park.”
“Popular with photographers, birdwatchers, and walkers, the Double Waterfall offers a peaceful escape from the bustle of Manhattan.”
“Small waterfall is nice but there are some steps that are not easy to traverse in strollers/wheelchairs or for those mobility-limited.”
Plan your run at North Woods Loch Double Waterfall
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–1 AM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–1 AM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–1 AM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–1 AM |
| Friday | 6 AM–1 AM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–1 AM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–1 AM |
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