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Root Glen
4.9 ★★★★★ 82 Google reviews · Running trail in Clinton, New York · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Root Glen'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.
What runners say about Root Glen
“Beautiful, well kept trails through serene woodland and beautiful gardens, very peaceful and quiet even being a much used place.”
“Beautiful, well kept trails through serene woodland and beautiful gardens, very peaceful and quiet even being a much used place.”
Root Glen is a unique arboretum and great place for a walk located on the campus of Hamilton College. Root Glen was developed by the Root family beginning in 1850 and maintained by the same family for three generations. What can be seen here today is the result of years of work and planning.
Love this place for peace and quiet, birdwatching, and the beautiful flower gardens. There are a few steep hills on the trail that could be a challenge for those with handicaps or mobility issues. The new labyrinth in gorgeous.
While being surprised that there was nobody on these trails when I visited, I also couldnt believe that I have never been here before or have not heard of it. Bridges, trees and flowers were not lacking. There are 65 species of trees here with each having a foot note and label for people to enjoy.
Gorgeous!!! The parking is easy. Walking the path is also very easy- mostly flat, a few slopes, nothing strenuous. The woods are majestic. The labels, helpful. Very quiet and serene. Relaxing and peaceful walk in the woods- not roots to trip over or rocks to step over. It truly is a little piece of paradise.
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful, well kept trails through serene woodland and beautiful gardens, very peaceful and quiet even being a much used place.”
“Beautiful, well kept trails through serene woodland and beautiful gardens, very peaceful and quiet even being a much used place.”
“Root Glen is a unique arboretum and great place for a walk located on the campus of Hamilton College.”
“Parking is actually up the street a driveway or two and there are many more places to park.”
“There are a few steep hills on the trail that could be a challenge for those with handicaps or mobility issues.”
Plan your run at Root Glen
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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 — reported by runners
- Websitehamilton.edu
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