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Callahan State Park South Entrance
4.7 ★★★★★ 132 Google reviews · Running trail in Framingham, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Callahan State Park South Entrance'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.
Dog-friendly park featuring hiking trails for dogs and cyclists.
What runners say about Callahan State Park South Entrance
“Whether by early morning, mid day or late afternoon it’s such a beautiful nature experience.”
“It's informally known as "The Dog Park" probably because many professional dog walkers will frequent here.”
It has a great and big entrance from the South Parking, has a small pond where dogs and their owners meet. I've walked part of the paths and the scene is always chaning! It's beatiful. It's a big park so come with time and water!
Been going here for years. Great off leash state park. Many good hiking trails. There have been some incidents with dogs and people though, I've never had a problem.
It's a wonderful spot to unwind and take in the scenery. Parking is nearby, the South Entrance is easily accessible, and the trails begin immediately. It's serene, verdant, and ideal for a stroll, whether you're alone, with your family, or with your dog.
Great place for dog watching . It's informally known as "The Dog Park" probably because many professional dog walkers will frequent here. Eagle Pond,a few hundred yards from the entrance,is a place where the canines can cavort in the water.
Trail conditions & character
“A lovely place for a fall walk or taking your dogs out on leash, but it appears some folx dont pick up after their dogs on the trails”
“Whether by early morning, mid day or late afternoon it’s such a beautiful nature experience.”
“It has a great and big entrance from the South Parking, has a small pond where dogs and their owners meet.”
Plan your run at Callahan State Park South Entrance
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 — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitemass.gov
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–7 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–7 pm |
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