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Rogers Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 687 Google reviews · Running trail in Danbury, Connecticut · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
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Distance
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Shade
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Access
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Confirmed from Rogers 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.

ScenicDog-friendlyRestroomsTrailhead parkingQuiet

Recreational area with a pond, playground, war memorial & both court & field sports on 56 acres.

What runners say about Rogers Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (687 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“Clean playground and park area, great place to let the kids burn some energy playing on the jungle gyms, slides & swings.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 3 mentions

“Great local park that's beautiful I love taking my dog on walks there .”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 3 mentions

“Very peaceful & tranquil.”

Roger's Park has changed quite a bit over the years. The pond area of the park is newly updated and you can tell the people there were having fun! Kids running around and playing in the playground, a man and his son(?) Fishing off the little bridge, and people walking the trail, even a man sharing it.

★★★★★ — Christine , Mar 2020

Very clean place to relax. Various activities to do as well. Tennis courts, walking areas and gymnastics site to play ground and baseball fields.

★★★★★ — Kano , Mar 2021

Love this park. I've watched it evolve over the years. It's is a great place to relax, exercise, and bring the family. Whether your at the playground or by the pond and walking trail equip with exercise equipment with instructions along the trail.

★★★★★ — Felicia , Aug 2020

Great local park that's beautiful I love taking my dog on walks there . I love the scenery it's a great spot to take pictures

★★★★☆ — Nicole , Feb 2022

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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 7 mentions

“Great local park that's beautiful I love taking my dog on walks there .”

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🏞️ Scenic views 4 mentions

“A special city park with ponds, lots of geese, a play gym, and overlooking a horse farm .”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“Safe atmosphere, well looked after by the town & usually plenty of parking.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 3 mentions

“Very peaceful & tranquil.”

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🚻 Restrooms 2 mentions

“4 of 5 stars because it would be nice if they had restroom facilities there but it's a great place for young kids that has a water play area during the summer months too.”

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Plan your run at Rogers Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • 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 — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitedanbury-ct.gov
  • Phone(203) 797-4632

Hours

Monday 10 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–5 PM
Thursday 10 AM–5 PM
Friday 10 AM–5 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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 Rogers Park

Danbury, Connecticut

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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.