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Shore Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 388 Google reviews · Running trail in Pelham, New York · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
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Shape
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Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Shore 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-friendlyRestroomsQuiet

Family-friendly green space featuring a playground, walking paths and picnic benches amid lush plants.

What runners say about Shore Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (388 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 4 mentions

“So peaceful, so clean, I can't wait for it to get warm again so I can bring a blanket and layout for a picnic and read a book.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“I stumbled onto this park with open space and the air quality was fresh the view amazing and beautiful views of water.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 6 mentions

“So peaceful, so clean, I can't wait for it to get warm again so I can bring a blanket and layout for a picnic and read a book.”

Small park and very clean with a beautiful view, It's just perfect for doing some jogging, walking your Dog, flying your Drone, or just having some peaceful moments to relax and meditate, I loved it and will come back again.

★★★★★ — Jorge , Aug 2023

Nice path that travels closely to the perimeter of the park and gives a good distance of about a 1/2 mile. Can be muddy at time's and may smell since it's an old land fill. There is a children's playground and is in decent shape. nice views and is considered and a good dog park for morning goers.

★★★★☆ — Brendan , Mar 2017

Water front view with lush lawn, a small walking track, playground and bathrooms. Great little park! The sign says it’s for residents and guests of residents of Pelham area, but there wasn’t a security check on a Monday early afternoon.

★★★★★ — Marlyse , Jun 2021

They've got a stupid rule about not letting your dogs off the leash after 9 am but the only reason I bring mine there is so he can run so if you're gonna keep your dog leashed don't start whining when other dogs run up to yours. Otherwise, walk it around your own 3 blocks or some other park

★★★★☆ — Ivan , Jul 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.

🏞️ Scenic views 19 mentions

“I stumbled onto this park with open space and the air quality was fresh the view amazing and beautiful views of water.”

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🐕 Dog-friendly 12 mentions

“I love this park, play park for kids and plenty of grass to walk your dog on the leash.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 6 mentions

“So peaceful, so clean, I can't wait for it to get warm again so I can bring a blanket and layout for a picnic and read a book.”

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🚻 Restrooms 3 mentions

“Water front view with lush lawn, a small walking track, playground and bathrooms.”

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Plan your run at Shore 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
  • DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
  • Websitenysparks.com
  • Phone(800) 201-7275

Hours

Monday 6:30 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 6:30 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 6:30 AM–9 PM
Thursday 6:30 AM–9 PM
Friday 6:30 AM–9 PM
Saturday 6:30 AM–9 PM
Sunday 6:30 AM–9 PM

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 Shore Park

50 Shore Rd, Pelham, NY 10803

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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.