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Radnor Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 232 Google reviews · Running trail in St Davids, Pennsylvania · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Radnor Trail'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.
Clean, paved trail (round trip) for strolling, running, and biking, as well as walking dogs.
What runners say about Radnor Trail
“Well-kept, easily accessed, paved walking trail, running roughly along Conestoga road between Wayne and Villanova.”
“Since the trail runs along an old rail line there aren't exactly any scenic views or a sense of being immersed in nature.”
“Love coming here for quiet peaceful family walks on a smooth path that is easy to walk on.”
The BEST trail to go on in fall!! Look at the beautiful leaves, of all colors, falling like a light snow on the veranda. Trail is entirely paved, while you enjoy the sights and sounds--and workout-- of the trail! Must see!!
The Radnor trail is clean, paved and the parking is convenient. Since the trail runs along an old rail line there aren't exactly any scenic views or a sense of being immersed in nature. You're pretty much walking through peoples backyards.
The views were phenomenal! Trails were clean and clearly marked. Out standing display if color. Plenty of blooming flowers and stone oaths. A small koi fish pond was the highlight of the garden. No shops, no food available for purchase. Pack a lunch. Plenty of picnic area to eat.
I was only on about 2 miles of this trail, and it wasn't the most scenic BUT was very nicely paved and wide (so very bike-friendly) and for the most has a gravel shoulder on at least one side which my dogs liked more.... I saw my first bluebirds in my life here :)
Trail conditions & character
“Well-kept, easily accessed, paved walking trail, running roughly along Conestoga road between Wayne and Villanova.”
“Since the trail runs along an old rail line there aren't exactly any scenic views or a sense of being immersed in nature.”
“Love coming here for quiet peaceful family walks on a smooth path that is easy to walk on.”
“Look at the beautiful leaves, of all colors, falling like a light snow on the veranda.”
“didnt see a water fountain this time I passed but porter potties were around which is always a plus !”
Plan your run at Radnor Trail
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.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadwater — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteradnor.com
- Phone(610) 688-5600
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 6:30 AM–8 PM |
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