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Okehocking Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 359 Google reviews · Running trail in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Okehocking Preserve'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.
Miles of trails through 180 acres of conservation land with varied habitats, plus a nature center.
What runners say about Okehocking Preserve
“There are also a few historic buildings on the property that are well maintained.”
“A very picturesque and varied preserve, with scenic mixtures of rolling fields, well-blazed mixed woods, and lovely meandering creekside trails.”
Just beautiful any time of day, especially at sunset. Off leash dog park, paved and unpaved trails. Nice little spots with cute little barns and things.
Great place for a quick hike with or without your dog. Creek access for pets as well. Mostly friendly people and little to no issues at the off-leash dog area. Two access lots allow for different parking options and never feels crowded.
Beautiful little park, lots of dirt trails and rolling terrains. Great for walks or runs. Lots of dog walkers on the trail. Gets buggy at dusk.
Okehocking preserve is a great place to spend the day. A stream to explore is easily accessible from the parking lot for anyone not looking for a long walk or hike. Many trails to walk and hike, some shaded and wooded others are open through meadows.
Trail conditions & character
“Unfortunately we couldn't visit the Stream until the very end of our long walk because there were people with dogs off-leash down there.”
“A very picturesque and varied preserve, with scenic mixtures of rolling fields, well-blazed mixed woods, and lovely meandering creekside trails.”
“Great trails it's nice and big very quiet you can go up hill down hill so many trails to go on and even met wildlife along the way”
“Many trails to walk and hike, some shaded and wooded others are open through meadows.”
“A stream to explore is easily accessible from the parking lot for anyone not looking for a long walk or hike.”
“I really liked that it was well marked and included some great sights including the buildings on the property.”
Plan your run at Okehocking Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitepa-willistowntownship.civicplus.com
- Phone(610) 647-5300
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Saturday | 7:30 AM–7:30 PM |
| Sunday | 7:30 AM–7:30 PM |
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