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Coolidge Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 662 Google reviews · Running trail in Fitchburg, Massachusetts · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Coolidge 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.
Kid-friendly park for athletics featuring a baseball field, playground, pool and soccer field.
What runners say about Coolidge Park
“The walking and running path is well-kept and perfect for getting some fresh air.”
“Coolidge Park is a great spot for all ages.”
There is always a lot happening at this park in spring and fall especially! Catch a street hockey game or a softball or baseball game - both youth and adult leagues for all sports! There are two decent volleyball nets/areas set up too! Youth soccer is in full swing as well!
This is such a nice park all around. Playground, dog park, the trails, the hockey arena's, the pool (when it's opened).. it's always a nice experience when we come here..
Nice little spot. Note that playground is not fenced in, parking lot on 2 corners of place. So some distance from parking. Can do a walk around of land,by dog park, towards soccer parks etc. There is a free little give and take there. Likea free little library. There was some adult books and comics in there.
The path is great for walking/running. The playground is great for kids. If your lucky, you'll catch a sports game going on when the weather/season are good. There's a river along one side of the path that adds a natural serenity to the surroundings.
Trail conditions & character
“There is a dog park onsite - it's next to the playground with separate large and small dog sections.”
“Note that playground is not fenced in, parking lot on 2 corners of place.”
“Only problem no available restroom or outhouse for the children.”
Plan your run at Coolidge Park
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- 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, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteci.fitchburg.ma.us
- Phone+1 978-829-1800
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
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