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Weequahic Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 1,838 Google reviews · Running trail in Newark, New Jersey · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Weequahic 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.
Kids-friendly 80-acre public park offering paved jogging trails, ball fields and courts, plus picnic spots and playgrounds.
What runners say about Weequahic Park
“Its a great place to walk or run; have a picnic or BBQ, and the citynis getting better at keeping the grounds clean.”
“I love this place, since 3 years ago, I'm enjoying so much, the trail walk is beautiful now has more featuring, please go and enjoy :)”
“It is a large and peaceful public park that offers a great escape from the busy city environment, making it ideal for walking, relaxing, exercising, and spending time outdoors.”
Beautiful park. I love to walk throughout this park in the peaceful mornings, especially the trail. Its a great work out. Such tranquility and beauty in this park.
Great park for the kids and adults too, or even a family picnic, or maybe just to sit in your car listen to some music and relax. You can go for a walk or a run.
I moved out of Elizabeth/Hillside pre-covid and i wish i hadn't cuz i use to come to Weequahic park all daaaa time. Came out here from NY cuz the Honda Service Center in Hillside is better than any center in NY!!@ FO REAL. ANYWAYS.
I found myself at Weequahic Park today for my son's football tournament. The turf field was really nice. No seating so be prepared to bring your own chair. During a long break I decided to explore. I went for a walk using the walking path and discovered just how beautiful the park is.
Trail conditions & character
“I love this place, since 3 years ago, I'm enjoying so much, the trail walk is beautiful now has more featuring, please go and enjoy :)”
“It is a large and peaceful public park that offers a great escape from the busy city environment, making it ideal for walking, relaxing, exercising, and spending time outdoors.”
“Today is gorgeous and sunny day with a huge lake behind me and nice paved track to get your run on.”
“The walking areas and open spaces are usable and accessible, which makes the overall experience comfortable.”
Plan your run at Weequahic Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteessexcountyparks.org
- Phone(973) 926-2520
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 6:30 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–10 PM |
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