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Topstone Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 127 Google reviews · Running trail in Redding, Connecticut · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Topstone 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.
Forested 280-acre park with a picturesque lake used for swimming & kayaking, plus nature trails.
What runners say about Topstone Park
“Smallish park with some great view along with a lake that you can swim in during the summer.”
“Very calm lake, with gradually sloping sandy bottom, lifeguards on duty, restrooms, kayaks and canoes to check out for a paddle around the small lake.”
“They have basketball courts boat rentals picnic areas and they are dog friendly so that's a plus.”
Definitely hard to find, for future visitors it's adjacent to a house with a stone border and mini stacked rock sculptures. Look out for a gravel road, you know you've missed it if the road is paved.
Beautiful park for a hike with partner and dog. Very quiet and spread out so you only encounter people periodically. Did not encounter any ticks but possibly because of time of year. Trail is paved in some sections but rugged in others.
Picturesque lake and sandy beach. Perfect for swimming, kayaking, canoes and a dog beach too. Great hikes suitable for families and kids. Topstone Park's 270 acres was originally part of the estate owned by critically acclaimed photographer Edward Steichen.
Beautiful forest park with a lake. There's a beach on the lake and a trail around it. There's also a small dog swimming area. Unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be any pick-after-your-dog enforcement.
Trail conditions & character
“There is also a small off leash area near the edge of the water where people can let their pets loose as well.”
“Smallish park with some great view along with a lake that you can swim in during the summer.”
“Very quiet and spread out so you only encounter people periodically.”
“Look out for a gravel road, you know you've missed it if the road is paved.”
“So there was no snow and it was a little muddy.”
“Look out for a gravel road, you know you've missed it if the road is paved.”
“Very calm lake, with gradually sloping sandy bottom, lifeguards on duty, restrooms, kayaks and canoes to check out for a paddle around the small lake.”
Plan your run at Topstone Park
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- 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, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitereddingct.gov
- Phone(203) 938-2551
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