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William J Dudley park
4.8 ★★★★★ 116 Google reviews · Running trail in Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
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- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from William J Dudley 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.
Tree-lined park featuring a swimming lake, a playground, picnic areas, and various sports courts.
What runners say about William J Dudley park
“Always well kept-a perfect blend of sun & shade and between the creek, playground, volleyball, horseshoes and trails-a fun filled packed day!”
“What a beautiful clean park surrounded by tall Cedars and cedar water.”
“Always well kept-a perfect blend of sun & shade and between the creek, playground, volleyball, horseshoes and trails-a fun filled packed day!”
“Great place to walk the dogs”
What a beautiful clean park surrounded by tall Cedars and cedar water. A wonderful place for the whole family. We decided to take a walk on one of the trails and it was so pretty. Must go back soon. Spacious areas to barbecue under the trees. A wonderful playground for the children.
Not at the park, I'm a hop skip and a jump to the one of the best places in New Jersey. That's right "The Tressle". Just take the trail at the end of the parking lot and listen for the sound of fun, music, laughter and best of all it's free! So pack your cooler, chairs, blankets and try something different.
Great park for kids! I’ve had lots of pick nicks here! Family friendly for sure. There’s also a park and trails to go walking. You are allowed to have dogs, but they cannot be on the beach. There are picnic tables and grills as well. All around great park- small hidden gem!
This place is a hidden gem. Great place for family & friends- also you can have a pic nick- grill- swim- take a nice walk in the pines .They have a play ground as well. This park is well maintained. A bit old though. Check it out!
Trail conditions & character
“There are porta potties while the bathroom facilities are being worked on.”
“What a beautiful clean park surrounded by tall Cedars and cedar water.”
“You are allowed to have dogs, but they cannot be on the beach.”
“Always well kept-a perfect blend of sun & shade and between the creek, playground, volleyball, horseshoes and trails-a fun filled packed day!”
Plan your run at William J Dudley 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM–5:30 PM |
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