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Sherrill Brook Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 723 Google reviews · Running trail in New Hartford, New York · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Mixed
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Sherrill Brook 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.

MixedOpen 24hLit at nightScenicDog-friendlyStroller / ADATrailhead parking

Open area featuring a dog park, playground & picnic pavilions, plus green space & nature trails.

What runners say about Sherrill Brook Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (723 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 9 mentions

“Clean and quiet park, very well kept no big pot holes grass was well kept overall very nice park to eat lunch at, have parties or just bring your kids to play”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 5 mentions

“What to expect: Scenic woods and open spaces, dog‑friendly areas, trails that aren’t overly demanding (so little hiking experience needed).”

Very big park. Good parking space. Picnic area, benches are available. Play area equipments are clean in good shape and big. Restrooms are available. Large walking trail to enjoy.

★★★★★ — S , Jun 2019

I love this park. Very nice trails to bike or to walk. The pavilions are great. On Tuesdays they have farmers market and food trucks in the afternoon.

★★★★★ — Pipin , Jun 2021

Very clean. Paved/gravel paths. Dog areas are clean and provisoned with water dishes, plenty of toys and agility opportunities for your fur babies. Three separate areas for separation of small, medium and large dogs. Each area has a picnic table and bench.

★★★★★ — Debra , May 2025

My dog loves this park, it’s very clean and kept up. They have a little pool for your dog to cook off in, bowls for water, dog waste bags, a hose with running water. We love watching him have fun and run free here!

★★★★★ — Nancy , Nov 2024

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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 14 mentions

“Perfect Spot for My High-Energy Dog Sherrill Brook Park was exactly what we needed during our weekend trip to visit my boyfriend’s family.”

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🏞️ Scenic views 5 mentions

“What to expect: Scenic woods and open spaces, dog‑friendly areas, trails that aren’t overly demanding (so little hiking experience needed).”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 3 mentions

“There's lots of parking space, athletic fields and a new Farmer's Market will soon be available.”

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Stroller / ADA accessible 3 mentions

“Lots of moms take advantage of the smooth, paved, level walkways with their strollers.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 2 mentions

“Lots of moms take advantage of the smooth, paved, level walkways with their strollers.”

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💡 Lit for night running 2 mentions

“Ideal for: a relaxing day out with family, picnic + light hike, walking your dog, an easy nature break from the city.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack 2 mentions

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Plan your run at Sherrill Brook Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
  • 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.
  • LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
  • At the trailheadparking — 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.
  • Websitetownofnewhartfordny.gov
  • Phone(315) 733-7508
  • Social Facebook

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 Sherrill Brook Park

Sherrillbrook Rd, New Hartford, NY 13413

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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.