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Peterson Memorial Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 518 Google reviews · Running trail in Wolcott, Connecticut · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- 35 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Peterson Memorial 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.
Green space with playgrounds, a picnic grove, hiking trails, a skate park & sports courts.
What runners say about Peterson Memorial Park
“It Has A Beautiful Little Hiking Trail I Always And Love Walking Down And Around And Taking Pictures.”
“My Dog 🐕 Loves It As well.”
Gorgeous trails, waterfalls all along it. One of the most picturesque trails I've hiked. Numerous bridges that span running water, and a handful of places to sit and take it all in. One bridge in particular was built by a fellow nature enthusiast, whom I met during my last visit.
Love the mini fall, which can be found once you follow the blue path marked by the trees.
Something for everyone. Walking trail to the waterfalls, playscape for the kids. There are tennis and basketball courts. Skate park and a few pavilions to rest or host a party. Would be nice if they could incorporate some kind of water spout/fountain feature for the kids in town during the summer.
My Grandma donated the land for Peterson Park 60 years ago and I am extremely proud she did. It’s a GREAT and BEAUTIFUL park. I remember hiking there when I was young (early 1960’s) and I loved every minute of my many walks.
Trail conditions & character
“Nice Park for hiking with the family and having a picnic kids love playing baseball there also bringing my dog to the dog park”
“It Has A Beautiful Little Hiking Trail I Always And Love Walking Down And Around And Taking Pictures.”
Plan your run at Peterson Memorial Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- Distance35 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitewolcottct.org
- Phone(203) 879-8100
Hours
| Monday | 7:15 AM–4:15 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:15 AM–4:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:15 AM–4:15 PM |
| Thursday | 7:15 AM–4:15 PM |
| Friday | 7:15 AM–4:15 PM |
| Saturday | 7:15 AM–4:15 PM |
| Sunday | 7:15 AM–4:15 PM |
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