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Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 311 Google reviews · Running trail in Hanson, Massachusetts · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area'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.
Reclaimed bog area with dog-friendly walking paths, many species of waterfowl & hunting.
What runners say about Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area
“Excellent place to bring the dogs fur sure 🐶 Paths are very very well maintained.”
“Not to mention the seasons are gorgeous when captured at the right time!”
“It’s dog friendly, has over ten miles of outdoor walking trails, and vast space to get your steps in outside (for those that prefer fresh air and vast open space vs.”
I walk here almost every morning. Miles of gravel paths, water/fishing, lots of wildlife. I’ve recently seen deer, otters, heron, egrets, frogs, turtles, osprey, and snakes. Lots of paths in the woods too.
I was presently surprised by going with a friend to walk and coming to this location. It’s dog friendly, has over ten miles of outdoor walking trails, and vast space to get your steps in outside (for those that prefer fresh air and vast open space vs. the treadmill).
Nice path through the woods to huge, cleared pond space. Trail continues around the entire pond, great for fishing, biking, and walking.
Lots of interwoven trails around reservoirs, marshes, and forests with deer, rabbits, and wild turkeys. A couple of parking areas at Elm St, Crooker Place, and Hawks Ave, although none fit more than about 6-8 vehicles. Trails aren't marked or mapped besides the Bay Circuit Trail markers, which are few and far between.
Trail conditions & character
“It’s dog friendly, has over ten miles of outdoor walking trails, and vast space to get your steps in outside (for those that prefer fresh air and vast open space vs.”
“A couple of parking areas at Elm St, Crooker Place, and Hawks Ave, although none fit more than about 6-8 vehicles.”
“Not to mention the seasons are gorgeous when captured at the right time!”
Plan your run at Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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 — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websitemass.gov
- Phone+1 508-759-3406
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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