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Pistol Creek
4.7 ★★★★★ 219 Google reviews · Running trail in Berlin, Connecticut · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Pistol Creek'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 walking and biking path in a former golf course with a dog park.
What runners say about Pistol Creek
“) Lots of benches to rest at, past some neighborhoods and an active farm with cows, lots of streams, a few wooden bridges & picturesque fields with rolling hills.”
“But it doesn’t take away from the sprawling landscape allowing ample shade along the way.”
“Pistol Creek Walking Trail in Berlin is a hidden gem and such a peaceful spot for a stroll!”
A nice walk down winding paved trails (old golf course paths / no ticks!) Lots of benches to rest at, past some neighborhoods and an active farm with cows, lots of streams, a few wooden bridges & picturesque fields with rolling hills. They also have a pretty big dog park, too. Plenty of parking with a port-a-potty.
This is such an amazing place to take a nice walk with your dog. I never knew this place existed until I Googled it it is an old abandoned Golf Course that you can walk along and take great pictures. It has a parking lot that you can park and start walking on the trail. It has a paved path.
This a great little park with paths that weave along Pistol Creek. Currently there is a nice packed path to follow so you do not need to hike through a lot of snow. There are also some small hills for sledding for families with younger children.
I LOVE this trail! I found it on the app AllTrails to find places to walk/hike with my dog. This trail is perfect for anyone. Especially since it’s paved! But it doesn’t take away from the sprawling landscape allowing ample shade along the way. (As well as benches!
Trail conditions & character
“If you cross the street the trails are a bit easier (flat and less steep hills) and includes a fenced in (off leash) area for dogs to play.”
“It is open to bicycle riders, dog walking, hiking and even handicapped accessible since the paths are paved.”
“) Lots of benches to rest at, past some neighborhoods and an active farm with cows, lots of streams, a few wooden bridges & picturesque fields with rolling hills.”
“I actually walked to another place after parking rather than in the building.”
“) Lots of benches to rest at, past some neighborhoods and an active farm with cows, lots of streams, a few wooden bridges & picturesque fields with rolling hills.”
“But it doesn’t take away from the sprawling landscape allowing ample shade along the way.”
“It is open to bicycle riders, dog walking, hiking and even handicapped accessible since the paths are paved.”
“Pistol Creek Walking Trail in Berlin is a hidden gem and such a peaceful spot for a stroll!”
“If you cross the street the trails are a bit easier (flat and less steep hills) and includes a fenced in (off leash) area for dogs to play.”
“They also have a porta potty in case you have to go.”
Plan your run at Pistol Creek
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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — 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.
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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