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Old Troy Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 145 Google reviews · Running trail in Parsippany, New Jersey · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- 2 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Old Troy 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.
This 96-acre park provides forested hiking & snowshoeing trails, athletic fields & a playground.
What runners say about Old Troy Park
“It's great for the locals who want a nice place to hike, never too crowded and reasonably well kept.”
“Gorgeous park with trails where you can enjoy nature.”
“Tables with grills are available, shaded area to protect from the sun, public bathrooms, open though only from April to October.”
“Nice quiet clean park with picnic tables and charcoal grills and pavilion for events.”
A little hidden gem. I am reluctant to tell u about the nice loop hiking trail past a pond and brook because I want it all to myself. Lol
We picked this park randomly to meet with friends during our ride home. The park was empty on a Sunday afternoon. It has ample picnic tables, grills, a pavillion, a large field, and trails. It was the perfect place for a picnic. The kids had a great time kicking the soccer ball around and running free.
Great park to take a break. Tables with grills are available, shaded area to protect from the sun, public bathrooms, open though only from April to October. Baseball field, walking, hiking trails. Peaceful and quiet.
Lots of trails and a good amount of parking Seems like there is plenty to explore and looking forward to coming back with a mountain bike since there are no signs that say otherwise
Trail conditions & character
“Tables with grills are available, shaded area to protect from the sun, public bathrooms, open though only from April to October.”
“Tables with grills are available, shaded area to protect from the sun, public bathrooms, open though only from April to October.”
“Nice quiet clean park with picnic tables and charcoal grills and pavilion for events.”
“Some of the trails were muddy, but it did rain the day before.”
“I am reluctant to tell u about the nice loop hiking trail past a pond and brook because I want it all to myself.”
Plan your run at Old Troy Park
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
- Loop distance2 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websitemorrisparks.net
- Phone+1 973-326-7600
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–6 pm |
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