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William E. Wolfe Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 733 Google reviews · Running trail in Monroe, Connecticut · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from William E. Wolfe 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.
309-acre site featuring an outdoor pool & a lake with a beach, plus rail-trails & tennis courts.
What runners say about William E. Wolfe Park
“wish that they kept the pond as well maintained as the rest of the park.”
“Park, playground, swimming pool, basketball field, squash, football, soccer and even a nice path to run down to the river and a beautiful pound.”
A great place to go if you want to walk off stress. The trails are not challenging. Kid friendly. Safe, clean beautiful place.
Come here on a beautiful day and this park truly shines. It has very scenic views around the lake.
I recently attended a family reunion here. This place is massive equipped with a basketball court, hiking trail, pool, playground, tennis court, and restrooms. The restrooms were clean. Also, no alcohol is to be consumed on the premises. Furthermore there is a paid parking lot available.
Came here from out of town for a Sunday walk. The trail around the lake is beautiful, shaded by trees, and full of greenery and life! There were many people at the lake this morning; it is obvious this park is loved. There were plenty of picnic areas, beautiful picture opportunities, a beach, and areas to play.
Trail conditions & character
“Park, playground, swimming pool, basketball field, squash, football, soccer and even a nice path to run down to the river and a beautiful pound.”
“During the summer, the main parking lot is for residents only.”
“This place is massive equipped with a basketball court, hiking trail, pool, playground, tennis court, and restrooms.”
Plan your run at William E. Wolfe Park
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.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Websitemonroerec.org
- Phone+1 203-452-2806
- Social Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–7 pm |
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