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Cold Spring Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 361 Google reviews · Running trail in Newton, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Cold Spring 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.
This green space with wooded areas & fields offers a dog park, exercise path & athletic facilities.
What runners say about Cold Spring Park
“The trails and park is well kept with a few muddy areas during the rainy seasons.”
“Just sitting on one of the many benches and listening to the birds chirping was very serene and beautiful.”
“These wooded trails are ideal for running.”
“Absolutely terrific, very large, park that's great for both families looking to play sports or nature lovers wanting to escape the city-esque Newton!”
“I regularly enjoy walking there, as it provides an excellent environment for dog walking or a refreshing hike, whether solo or with family and friends.”
This is a great local park with simple trails, minimal incline areas, a dog park, a few fields (soccer) tennis courts, water ponds and streams. The trails and park is well kept with a few muddy areas during the rainy seasons.
It is a nice park. Many different path ways but there is a clear main trail. Also there are tennis courts, soccer fields, and a baseball field in a different part of the park. As well as a dog park in the middle.
This is a great dog park. It's quite a large space with plenty of grass for dogs to run around. Note that the dog park is partially fenced, with about half of the park surrounded by forest. It's safe, and the people are friendly. Also, there are doggie bags available at the entrance.
The trails around Cold Springs Park offer a wonderful experience for outdoor enthusiasts. I regularly enjoy walking there, as it provides an excellent environment for dog walking or a refreshing hike, whether solo or with family and friends. It's both family-friendly and dog-friendly, which is a great advantage.
Trail conditions & character
“I regularly enjoy walking there, as it provides an excellent environment for dog walking or a refreshing hike, whether solo or with family and friends.”
“Just sitting on one of the many benches and listening to the birds chirping was very serene and beautiful.”
“There was ample parking near the playing fields, and a nice little grass area in the center for a picnic if you can find it.”
“The trails and park is well kept with a few muddy areas during the rainy seasons.”
“Highlights - Definitely a great walking loop in convenient proximity to town.”
“Mostly under shade of trees, so cool on a hot day.”
“This is a great local park with simple trails, minimal incline areas, a dog park, a few fields (soccer) tennis courts, water ponds and streams.”
“Just sitting on one of the many benches and listening to the birds chirping was very serene and beautiful.”
“Edit - A local Eagle Scout created stairs to make the steep part of the loop more accessible to all.”
“But, no water fountains to be found near the athletic fields”
Plan your run at Cold Spring Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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 trailheadparking, water — 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.
- Websitenewtonma.gov
- Phone(617) 796-1500
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8 PM |
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