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Thorn Preserve - Catskill Center
4.5 ★★★★★ 65 Google reviews · Running trail in Woodstock, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Thorn Preserve - Catskill 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.
What runners say about Thorn Preserve - Catskill Center
“Dog owners: please clean up after your pooches!”
“A small but beautiful preserve of meadows that are filled with pollinators and supportive plants.”
“Great for a dog walk or a stroll at twilight in July to see fireflies.”
I live near here and it gives me similar feelings to a walk on the beach. A nice open space full of magic and air, with a beautiful view of Overlook. Very meditative and zen in the off season.
I love this place. All seasons lovely walking and views. Never crowded. Great for walking your dog on leash! Bring clean up bags!! Totally level wide paths. You could jog happily. I
Beautiful views. Lively trails. Dog owners: please clean up after your pooches!
Great place to walk the dog. Parking can be an issue when it rains or snows.
Trail conditions & character
“A small but beautiful preserve of meadows that are filled with pollinators and supportive plants.”
“Love this place to walk quietly with the dog without worrying about cars”
Plan your run at Thorn Preserve - Catskill Center
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitecatskillcenter.org
- Phone+1 845-586-2611
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–8 PM |
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