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Susquehanna River Walk

4.6 ★★★★★ 87 Google reviews · Running trail in Williamsport, Pennsylvania · Open 24 hours

Runner's snapshot

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

Confirmed from Susquehanna River Walk'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.

PavedOpen 24hScenic

Local riverfront attraction offering pedestrian walkways, plus fishing and biker trails.

What runners say about Susquehanna River Walk

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (87 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

🏞️ beautiful scenery 12 mentions

“Nice paved walking/running/biking trail along the beautiful scenic Susquehanna river with the Appalachian mountains as a back drop.”

Nice place to go for walks or ride bikes and just relax by the river. Way to spend time with family or friends. Love mother nature and fishing. You should go and check it out.

★★★★☆ — Richard , Jun 2023

A paved trail for walking or biking that travels along both sides of the beautiful Susquehanna River in Williamsport PA. Easy walking and riding and very scenic. Informational signage every so often that tell of different aspects of the lumbering history of Williamsport.

★★★★★ — Wilma , Mar 2024

A "most enjoyable" nature/river walk!! The walk traverses both the North and South banks of the "Western Branch" of the Susquehanna River. The paved path is used mostly by locals, but tourists would enjoy it equally (or more).

★★★★★ — Mark , Aug 2018

This is a beautiful walk close to everything. We felt very safe and it gives you the nature while not having to drive a long ways out of town. Perfect place to get fresh air on a sunny day. (A little stinky at times…could be liter or the geese)

★★★★☆ — Katrina , Apr 2023

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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 14 mentions

“The views of the mountains and forests are very pleasant and also provide a "window" to Williamsport's past links to the forest industries.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 6 mentions

“Nice paved walking/running/biking trail along the beautiful scenic Susquehanna river with the Appalachian mountains as a back drop.”

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Plan your run at Susquehanna River Walk

The practical stuff

  • AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
  • SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
  • 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.

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 Susquehanna River Walk

US-220, Williamsport, PA 17701

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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.