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Stonykill Farm Sierra Trailhead

4.3 ★★★★☆ 27 Google reviews · Running trail in Fishkill, New York · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Natural surface
Loop distance
8.5 mi
Shape
Loop
Shade
Not reported
Access
Open 24 hours

Confirmed from Stonykill Farm Sierra Trailhead'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 surface8.5 miLoopOpen 24h

What runners say about Stonykill Farm Sierra Trailhead

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (27 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 3 mentions

“Place is beautiful to walk.”

👟 good for all levels 2 mentions

“Easy hike for mom and dad.”

Pretty good for beginners (this is coming from a beginner)! Took the outer loop trail and took me 45 mins (2mi) and yes it takes you all the way in a loop. Was going to head back halfway because it seemed like the pathway was becoming too bushy and was worried it was a dead end but pushed through and made it all the…

★★★★☆ — Krystal , May 2022

Always a classic stroll with some beaver dams, but ticks are serious here so be cautious and prepared for that! Easy hike for mom and dad.

★★★★★ — Derpa , Sep 2022

Excellent information on Park board easy direction to trail & returning. Kenneth J Walsh

★★★★★ — Kenneth , Mar 2026

Place is beautiful to walk. Lots of trees down and brush over growing on the trails tho so be careful when traversing. I tried to take my e-bike thru the trails and it did not have a good time. I would say this is mostly a hiking trail. But still a good time 👍

★★★★☆ — Damian , Jun 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 27 reviews →

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.

🔁 Loop trail 4 mentions

“Took the outer loop trail and took me 45 mins (2mi) and yes it takes you all the way in a loop.”

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🌲 Natural surface / singletrack 2 mentions

“Some paths were muddy so don’t wear your cute shoes.”

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🏃 Long-run distance (5mi+)

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Plan your run at Stonykill Farm Sierra Trailhead

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
  • Loop distance8.5 mi back to where you parked. Long enough for a real long run.
  • ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
  • Websitestonykill.org

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 Stonykill Farm Sierra Trailhead

Fishkill, New York

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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.