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Third Ward Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,777 Google reviews · Running trail in Passaic, New Jersey · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Third Ward Park'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.
Park featuring a pond and fountain for scenic strolls and relaxation.
What runners say about Third Ward Park
“It's well-maintained, the view is very relaxing, the boat house has different food options, and the girls who run it are very polite.”
“Passaic most beautiful and iconic Park in Honor of our POW, fallen heroes and Veterans.”
“But if you are an early bird or a night owl, it’s a great place for a quick jog.”
“The park is beautifully maintained with plenty of open space to enjoy a peaceful day outdoors.”
We had a wonderful time at Third Ward Park! The park is beautifully maintained with plenty of open space to enjoy a peaceful day outdoors. The walking paths are perfect for a leisurely stroll, and the greenery adds to the relaxing atmosphere.
A nice walk at the park if it's early morning .... you can feel the breeze and so the plants coming alive, park is very attractive way of areas where you can enjoy walking alone or with your 4 legged friend, many times irresponsible people kill the area without cleaning ........
When living in Passaic, I used to go here just about every day in nice weather. Was just here with my wife and dog to meet up with my mom and visit. Very serene and peaceful. Beautiful lake and fountain, plenty of space to walk, run, ride a bike, etc. and plenty of wildlife! Very tidy, well kept up with.
Great peaceful park. We went for picnic. There are a couple of picnic tables here. But can still improve on the cleanliness. You can walk your dog or just sit on the benches or just play with your kids. Overall a great place to spend the afternoon.
Trail conditions & character
“It's well-maintained, the view is very relaxing, the boat house has different food options, and the girls who run it are very polite.”
“The park is beautifully maintained with plenty of open space to enjoy a peaceful day outdoors.”
“Their rollerblades and their in line skates as well as went for a walk around the pond on the way to the thankfully open bathroom that actually had toilet paper and soap.”
Plan your run at Third Ward Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Websitecityofpassaic.com
- Phone(973) 365-5630
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–10 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–10 PM |
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