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Scott Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 312 Google reviews · Running trail in Erie, Pennsylvania · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Natural surface
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Scott 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.

Natural surfaceOpen 24hScenicDog-friendlyStroller / ADAFlat & fastRestrooms

Green space featuring baseball fields, playgrounds, a BMX track and a swing set.

What runners say about Scott Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (312 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“Have never seen a park this well-maintained!”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“Fantastic walk in the woods with my beautiful wife and our puppy!”

Such a beautiful place to spend the afternoon. Nice walking trails. Super fun bike paths. Picturesque view of the bay. Definitely worth a visit!!!

★★★★★ — Sandy , May 2023

Beautiful little Park. Ride your Bicycle, Walk your Dog, or catch a baseball game. Enjoy a Picnic. Update 01/15/20 I took a bike ride through the Park today. Love Scott Park.

★★★★★ — Jbelly , Jan 2020

Beautiful place to take a walk with or without your pet. New rainbow bridge is awesome. Bought a few bricks for my deceased pets, R.I.P. guys, miss you.

★★★★★ — Stephen , Oct 2025

We attended for the Halloween Rock Scavenger Hunt! Our son had a great time and so many beautiful paths to explore.

★★★★★ — Alyssa , Oct 2020

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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.

🏞️ Scenic views 13 mentions

“Other than that fun trails to rip around on, couple nice views of the bay too.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 10 mentions

“Not sure if dogs have to be on a leash but I got chased multiple times on different occasions.”

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🚻 Restrooms 4 mentions

“Nice public park with good trails, sand volleyball courts, basketball court, baseball field, playground, bathrooms, and picnic pavilion.”

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Flat & fast 2 mentions

“Wow really flat peaceful paths.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack

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Stroller / ADA accessible

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Plan your run at Scott Park

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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
  • Websiteerietrails.org
  • Phone+1 814-835-4122

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

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 Scott Park

Erie, Pennsylvania

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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.