Short Hills Provincial Park contains an extensive trail system for visitors to enjoy at any time of the year. The trails are classified by the use that is permitted on them. Three of the trails (Terrace Creek, Scarlet Tanager, and Hemlock Valley) are classified as Hikers Only, and are indicated by blue markings. Three other trails (Swayze Falls, Very Berry, and Black Walnut) are classified as shared use and are marked in yellow. The activities that are permitted on these trails include biking, hiking, and horseback riding. The remaining trail is the Palaeozoic Path which has been developed with the beginner hiker in mind. The Palaeozoic Path has a hard surface which is covered in gravel to give people with disabilities the opportunity to experience the park.

Below you can find a map of the current trail system at Short Hills Provincial Park. Just click on the image to view a larger version. (The large map may take some time to download)

Access to many of the park's trails is initiated from Gilligan Road, a gravel path located at the Pelham Road entrance. Access to the Paleozoic Path is on Roland Road. A third entrance to the park can be found off Wiley Road. There is ample parking at each entrance, however park users should take precautions to protect their personal property.

Visitors are asked to obey all signs posted in and around the park, and are encouraged not to use the park during wet weather. This deteriorates trails and causes environmental damages such as erosion.