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Patriots' Path - 1976 Section
4.7 ★★★★★ 66 Google reviews · Running trail in Morristown, New Jersey · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Patriots' Path - 1976 Section'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.
Paved rail-to-trails area featuring flat terrain and scenic stretches of countryside for hiking, biking and dog-walking.
What runners say about Patriots' Path - 1976 Section
“A beautiful stretch of the Patriots trail along the former Rockaway Valley Railroad in Morris County.”
“Patriots' Path is a well maintained, flat, paved trail perfect for an easy stroll or jog.”
Great trails for biking and hiking. Thankfully they have kept some land in NJ for these types of activities. You can access Patriots Path from the numerous access points. The trails just keep going and going and offer different area as you explore further into each trail.
Great lil paved path to take a walk on, or bring your dog for a stroll…. Lil pond for fishing, and always lots of wildlife around (sometimes a bear or 2, so be alert!). Most folks using these paths are pretty friendly!
Wow what a memory: this was my first rails to trails experience (old Rockaway Valley Rail short-line). I remember when they opened it and all the new kid adventures had along it: biking, fishing, wildlife, junk archeological expeditions (especially back when the county facility sewer plant would just push things to…
Patriots' Path is a well maintained, flat, paved trail perfect for an easy stroll or jog. It is close to residences, so it's not the same as being in wilderness.
Trail conditions & character
“Patriots' Path is a well maintained, flat, paved trail perfect for an easy stroll or jog.”
“Great lil paved path to take a walk on, or bring your dog for a stroll….”
“A beautiful stretch of the Patriots trail along the former Rockaway Valley Railroad in Morris County.”
“Patriots' Path is a well maintained, flat, paved trail perfect for an easy stroll or jog.”
Plan your run at Patriots' Path - 1976 Section
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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