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Onondaga Lake Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 4,347 Google reviews · Running trail in Liverpool, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Onondaga Lake 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 waterside park has boating, archery, fishing, ball fields, hiking & a salt museum.
What runners say about Onondaga Lake Park
“Clean restrooms, lots of benches, wonderful safe playground for my grandchildren, well maintained paths for walking, biking, roller skating, great picnic areas.”
“While the trail offered some scenic views, be aware that certain sections lack tree cover, making it quite hot and uncomfortable on sunny days.”
“We love that we can walk or run and set a goal with the distance markers on the paths.”
“Just a couple of cheaters, so it was peaceful.”
Excellent place to relax, study, go on a walk, run, bike, etc. The walking trail extends some odd 3+ miles, minimally to moderately populated on an average day. Clean area, gorgeous scenery. Playground for kiddos, as well as a skate park. 5 stars
A hidden treasure of Liverpool, NY beautiful lake views nd fresh air all year long. Separate pedestrian and wheeled: skates, boards,bikes trails are provided. This is a great place to get your steps in and a sense of community.
Great place to walk, jog, run, bike, and even bring your dogs with you. They have a specific lane for people with their pet, and I thought that was neat. We went here during sunset and didn’t leave until it was dark because we got carried away with the beautiful scenery.
I always enjoy the parkway. Clean restrooms, lots of benches, wonderful safe playground for my grandchildren, well maintained paths for walking, biking, roller skating, great picnic areas. Just an all around awesome destination if your just visiting or live in central New York.
Trail conditions & character
“While the trail offered some scenic views, be aware that certain sections lack tree cover, making it quite hot and uncomfortable on sunny days.”
“I love that you can easily walk 5+ miles along the lake and it's dog friendly.”
“Lights on the Lake is going on right now and there is a great playground.”
“Clean restrooms, lots of benches, wonderful safe playground for my grandchildren, well maintained paths for walking, biking, roller skating, great picnic areas.”
“We met at the Willow Bay parking lot, walked to the marina and back.”
“Just a couple of cheaters, so it was peaceful.”
Plan your run at Onondaga Lake Park
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.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteonondagacountyparks.com
- Phone(315) 453-6712
- Social Instagram
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–7 PM |
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