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Robinson Woods Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 119 Google reviews · Running trail in Cape Elizabeth, Maine · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Robinson Woods Preserve'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.
Quiet walking trail winding through a nature reserve with mature pine & oak trees, ponds & wildlife.
What runners say about Robinson Woods Preserve
“No elevation so don't expect a work out but a well maintained wood trail.”
“Currently very slippery due to ice covered trail through beautiful snow covered woods.”
“Well-marked and there was lovely wildlife when we went (squirrels, chipmunks, variety of birds).”
The hiking trail is very easy - great for people who can’t hike long distances or steep mountains. Not too much Wildlife occasionally a squirrel here or there. The trail is very easy to follow there are a lot of white signs marking where you are going.
A nice, easy hike. A short drive from the city. Its nice to get out into nature and feel the rhythm of the forest.
Beautiful walking/hiking/mountain biking trail. Well-marked and there was lovely wildlife when we went (squirrels, chipmunks, variety of birds). The long path was about a mile and a half, we went at a casual pace and finished in about 45min.
Great walking trail near Portland. No elevation so don't expect a work out but a well maintained wood trail. Bring mosquito repellent!
Trail conditions & character
“My only concern is the dog owners who don't leash their dogs at the times they should.”
“Currently very slippery due to ice covered trail through beautiful snow covered woods.”
Plan your run at Robinson Woods Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- Websitecapelandtrust.org
- Phone+1 207-767-6054
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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