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Pennington Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 876 Google reviews · Running trail in Delanco, New Jersey · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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

Confirmed from Pennington 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.

PavedScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsWaterTrailhead parkingQuiet

Park with nature trails, playgrounds, picnic facilities, a community garden & off-leash dog areas.

What runners say about Pennington Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (876 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 7 mentions

“It has a playground, gazebo, covered area with grill, two dog parks, well maintained walking trails with water views of the beautiful Rancocas Creek.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“It has a playground, gazebo, covered area with grill, two dog parks, well maintained walking trails with water views of the beautiful Rancocas Creek.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 3 mentions

“I would suggest hiking within the park, farthest to the first bridge if you want a quiet and peaceful walk.”

🐕 dog-walking favorite 4 mentions

“It has a playground, gazebo, covered area with grill, two dog parks, well maintained walking trails with water views of the beautiful Rancocas Creek.”

Pennington Park is a Burlington County gem! It has a playground, gazebo, covered area with grill, two dog parks, well maintained walking trails with water views of the beautiful Rancocas Creek. You can walk or bike to Amico Island via the Rancocas Greenway.

★★★★★ — Donna , Feb 2023

It's a beautiful park with meadows, small and large dog parks, playgrounds, workout equipments, lots of pavilions and picnic tables, benches along the trails, birdwatching overlooks...

★★★★★ — Angela , Mar 2023

This is a very nice open park. Trails are paved witch makes for a smooth, easy walk. If you like to bike ride, this is a great place to do so. There is also a small dog park for your furry friend to play in.

★★★★★ — Pat , Nov 2023

Clean well maintained park greatk place for kids. There is a dog park and walking/bike trails. There are picnic areas and a playground. The county also connected Amico Park.

★★★★★ — Patricia , Mar 2023

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🐕 Dog-friendly 37 mentions

“Excellent public park with long groomed running/walking trails to the Rancoacas Creek, dog parks (separated large/small dogs), and facilities for water restrooms.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 10 mentions

“It has a playground, gazebo, covered area with grill, two dog parks, well maintained walking trails with water views of the beautiful Rancocas Creek.”

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🚻 Restrooms 4 mentions

“Excellent public park with long groomed running/walking trails to the Rancoacas Creek, dog parks (separated large/small dogs), and facilities for water restrooms.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 3 mentions

“I would suggest hiking within the park, farthest to the first bridge if you want a quiet and peaceful walk.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 2 mentions

“Nothing crazy, mostly paved flat trails, some dirt trails.”

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🚰 Water fountains

“Clean, space to park easily, bathroom and water fountain.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking

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Plan your run at Pennington Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • 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.
  • At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websiteco.burlington.nj.us
  • Phone+1 609-265-5858
  • Social Facebook

Hours

Monday 8 am–8 pm
Tuesday 8 am–8 pm
Wednesday 8 am–8 pm
Thursday 8 am–8 pm
Friday 8 am–8 pm
Saturday 8 am–8 pm
Sunday 8 am–8 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 Pennington Park

801 Creek Rd, Delanco, NJ 08075

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Running trails near Delanco

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

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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.