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Spencer Crest Nature Center
4.4 ★★★★☆ 73 Google reviews · Running trail in Corning, New York · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Distance
- 7 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Spencer Crest Nature Center'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.
250-acre nature center with dog-friendly trails, ponds, a museum with rotating exhibits & an apiary.
What runners say about Spencer Crest Nature Center
“Beautiful trails that are fairly well marked and maps posted sporadically throughout.”
“Beautiful trails that are fairly well marked and maps posted sporadically throughout.”
“The trails around the pond are peaceful and scenic, evwn more so with fresh snow blanketing the woods.”
“Dogs are welcome, making it a perfect spot for a walk with your pup.”
It’s the best place ever! If you want to take time out of your day to be at peace this is the place for you! This place is a must visit! Please pick up after yourselves if you happen to bring anything.
Great little gem if you're visiting the Finger Lakes with your kids! Also beautiful trails to walk. Really enjoyed the nature museum. Great break from the waterfall hikes, nice and easy to walk around. My boys favorite part was.... The dino poop. Check hours before going, but worth the stop!
Beautiful trails that are fairly well marked and maps posted sporadically throughout. There’s a Fibonacci Walk and the pond is just beautiful. I didn’t get to visit the nature center but the trails were wonderful. I went after a lot of rain so it was buggy and muddy but still a lovely walk.
A calm place to walk, hike and relax. Four season nature. A quiet place. Few people are on the park, not crowded
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful trails that are fairly well marked and maps posted sporadically throughout.”
“The trails around the pond are peaceful and scenic, evwn more so with fresh snow blanketing the woods.”
“Dogs are welcome, making it a perfect spot for a walk with your pup.”
“Beautiful trails that are fairly well marked and maps posted sporadically throughout.”
“There is a small nature center (building hours are posted and subject to change), a lake, and even a small boardwalk.”
Plan your run at Spencer Crest Nature Center
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- Distance7 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecorning-cc.edu
- Phone+1 607-962-9012
- Social Instagram · Facebook
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