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Waterman Conservation Education Center
4.6 ★★★★★ 183 Google reviews · Running trail in Apalachin, New York · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Waterman Conservation Education 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 Waterman Conservation Education Center
“This is a well maintained area to explore.”
“The views are beautiful year round, bit especially gorgeous covered in colorful leaves.”
“Surrounding the center is a scenic boardwalk and several very well marked trails.”
“Little muddy today but the creek is cool, nice easy hike for kids”
Really cool and beautiful place. Lots to explore. Great if you have a stroller for a child, much of the trail is paved. I especially enjoyed the rock balance art.
Geocaching brought us here. Hiked over 2 1/2 miles and over 560' ascension. Very interesting formations, beautiful nature. Worth the hour + drive.
This is a wonderful place for hiking as there are semi paved trails and frequent map postings. There are several different tree species which make beautiful scenery. It’s not overly crowded so you can grab some zen by a beautiful falls or babbling stream.
This is a well maintained area to explore. Some of the paths areas even paved. The trails seem pretty family (all ages) friendly. The views are beautiful year round, bit especially gorgeous covered in colorful leaves.
Trail conditions & character
“Small loop trail also a creekside trail near small waterfalls, sometimes very pretty, sometimes buggy, no bathroom”
“This is a wonderful place for hiking as there are semi paved trails and frequent map postings.”
“Little muddy today but the creek is cool, nice easy hike for kids”
“Small loop trail also a creekside trail near small waterfalls, sometimes very pretty, sometimes buggy, no bathroom”
“Surrounding the center is a scenic boardwalk and several very well marked trails.”
“Surrounding the center is a scenic boardwalk and several very well marked trails.”
Plan your run at Waterman Conservation Education Center
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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.
- Websitewatermancenter.org
- Phone(607) 625-2221
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–4 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–4 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
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