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Sanders Town Preserve
4.4 ★★★★☆ 76 Google reviews · Running trail in Schenectady, New York · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Sanders Town 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.
Wooded park featuring marked paths, a waterfall, a creek and stream.
What runners say about Sanders Town Preserve
“Very nice selection of well maintained trails, however lower sections of the preserve can get a little swampy, so be attentive to recent weather before going”
“But I have to say this was a gorgeous little hike through the woods.”
“Pretty, very quiet, well marked trails with a small creek.”
“Pretty, very quiet, well marked trails with a small creek.”
very well maintained and well marked trails. I would rate it an easy hike. dog friendly. be prepared for some mud. good size parking lot.
I’m always looking for new trails to hike and I am never impressed. But I have to say this was a gorgeous little hike through the woods. It feels like you are deeply immersed in the wilderness.
Nice little walking trails through the woods and over some small streams. There were some parts of trail C that were quite mucky and muddy. (Mid May) We very nearly lost our shoes on more than one occasion but all in all it was a fun walk.
So far it's a nice lil place to hike and hunt. I wish Glenville didn't charge me as a Rotterdam resident $25.00 to hunt here, but at least it's not a busy place and it's a close by small little getaway.
Trail conditions & character
“Water levels were really low, so would love to come back, traverse the reputedly muddy paths, and sit beside the waterfall.”
“Water levels were really low, so would love to come back, traverse the reputedly muddy paths, and sit beside the waterfall.”
“There are a couple different trails and paths to choose from (one seeming to be across the road and the other one right near the parking area).”
“Be advised, hunting is allowed with permit, so wear high visibility clothing during hunting season and be very cautious with any dogs.”
“Pretty, very quiet, well marked trails with a small creek.”
“Pretty, very quiet, well marked trails with a small creek.”
Plan your run at Sanders Town Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitetownofglenville.org
- Phone(518) 688-1200
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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