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Somersworth Riverwalk

4.5 ★★★★★ 8 Google reviews · Running trail in Somersworth, New Hampshire · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Not reported
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Somersworth Riverwalk'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 Somersworth Riverwalk

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (8 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 3 mentions

“Nice little walk with alot ot great views and scenery to make it all the better”

Nice little walk with alot ot great views and scenery to make it all the better

★★★★★ — Samuel , May 2024

Beautiful Riverwalk been coming to this Riverwalk since I was a child. Since living on Buffumsville Road. Definitely recommend the short river walk.

★★★★★ — Preston , Jul 2024

This river walk is absolutely beautiful, and very accessible for most folks. Great to walk, or have a picnic.

★★★★★ — Cr , May 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 8 reviews →

Plan your run at Somersworth Riverwalk

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.
  • Websitesomersworthnh.gov
  • Phone+1 603-692-9508

Hours

Monday 8 am–4:30 pm
Tuesday 8 am–4:30 pm
Wednesday 8 am–6 pm
Thursday 8 am–4:30 pm
Friday 8 am–4:30 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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 Somersworth Riverwalk

24 Buffumsville Rd, Somersworth, NH 03878

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Running trails near Somersworth

Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.

Salmon Falls Trail

2.9 ★★★☆☆ 8 reviews

Somersworth, NH

under a mile away

Willand Pond

4.5 ★★★★★ 213 reviews

Somersworth, NH

1 miScenicDog-friendly

Public green space offering picnic tables and kid-friendly hikes, plus trails and a workout obstacle course.

2.4 miles away

Willand Pond Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 176 reviews

Dover, NH

2 miScenicDog-friendly

Scenic area for hiking, swimming, boating and fishing the pond, along with a boat launch and rope course.

2.7 miles away

Long Hill Memorial Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 81 reviews

Dover, NH

Dog-friendly

Big fenced-in park featuring playground equipment and a dog run, plus basketball and tennis courts.

2.9 miles away

Mast Point Dam Recreation Area

4.4 ★★★★☆ 52 reviews

Somersworth, NH

ScenicDog-friendly

Peaceful outdoor spot featuring hiking trails, fishing, kayaking, and picnic tables.

3.1 miles away

Dover Community Trail- Whittier Bridge Path

4.5 ★★★★★ 28 reviews

Dover, NH

Mixed

3.9 miles away

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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.