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Swatling Falls Nature Trails
4.6 ★★★★★ 21 Google reviews · Running trail in Mechanicville, New York · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Swatling Falls Nature Trails' 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 Swatling Falls Nature Trails
Nice place for a short walk. The trail hugs along the steam and has a pretty waterfall.
We really enjoyed this trail. It is well-maintained and has lots wildlife, including birds and bunnies. The river is a nice feature and I love to see all the wild flowers and native plants. I also like that they protected several wet areas.
Short but pretty hike, my two year old had no problem getting to the waterfall and back without being carried. Creek access just beyond the falls, great place to enjoy nature.
Nice use of unbuildable land. Falls freeze over. There's a sledding hill!
Trail conditions & character
“Once in the parking lot, go to the right where an unpaved service road is.”
“Absolutely beautiful, there is some hill and you have to be careful , hiking shoes recommend maybe even your stick.”
“Absolutely beautiful, there is some hill and you have to be careful , hiking shoes recommend maybe even your stick.”
Plan your run at Swatling Falls Nature Trails
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.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitetownofhalfmoon-ny.gov
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 |
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