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Passaic River Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 21 Google reviews · Running trail in Summit, New Jersey · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Passaic River 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.

What runners say about Passaic River Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (21 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

Nice wooded area with a trail for a quick walk, and a view of a creek (and some condos in the background 😂). Parking on the side of the road near the park sign

★★★★★ — Archana , Jan 2020

Beautiful, peaceful spot right in Summit! Passaic River Park is such a hidden gem. The walking trails are well-kept and follow the river, giving you great views and a nice breeze even on warm days. It’s perfect for a morning jog, an afternoon walk with the dog, or just sitting by the water to relax.

★★★★★ — Christopher , Nov 2025

A very relaxing park You can walk through the woods and enjoy the sound of the water ripples and the birdsongs.

★★★★★ — אילה , Jun 2021

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 21 reviews →

Plan your run at Passaic River 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.
  • Websitewkpd.one

Hours

Monday 6 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 6 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 6 AM–10 PM
Thursday 6 AM–10 PM
Friday 6 AM–10 PM
Saturday 6 AM–10 PM
Sunday 6 AM–10 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Passaic River Park

Mt Vernon Ave, Summit, NJ 07901

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.