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Amesbury Riverwalk
4.7 ★★★★★ 9 Google reviews · Running trail in Amesbury, Massachusetts · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
Confirmed from Amesbury Riverwalk'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 Amesbury Riverwalk
Nice short paved bike/walking trail that starts in downtown Amesbury and takes you along the Powow River. The trail eventually turns into the Salisbury Point Ghost Trail. That trail is packed stone dust not paved and will take you to Salisbury.
Great trail. Usually plenty of parking. Trail path is paved the whole way. Great place to walk your dog. Peaceful and the people are pleasant. I've walked my dogs almost everywhere in eastern Massachusetts over the course of 20 years and this is one of my favorites, like top 3.
Pretty nifty little trail! Connects to several other local area trails. Out and back for us, was a couple of miles total. Ran into other locals and dog walkers who suggested how you could start here and turn the trail into part of a 5k loop around Amesbury.
Trail conditions & character
“Nice short paved bike/walking trail that starts in downtown Amesbury and takes you along the Powow River.”
“Ran into other locals and dog walkers who suggested how you could start here and turn the trail into part of a 5k loop around Amesbury.”
Plan your run at Amesbury Riverwalk
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Running trails near Amesbury
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Batchelder Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 118 reviews
Park offering trails for walking, running, and hiking, with a scenic overlook.
Powow River Conservation Area
5 ★★★★★ 7 reviews
Woodsom Farm Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 100 reviews
Park offering hiking, jogging, and sledding, as well as space for dog walking.
Deer Island
4.5 ★★★★★ 88 reviews
Park for short walks, hikes, fishing and eagle-watching, featuring riverside views.
