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DNRT Ridge Hill Reserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 113 Google reviews · Running trail in Dartmouth, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- 41 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from DNRT Ridge Hill Reserve'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.
Wooded nature preserve featuring multiple trails popular for walking and hiking.
What runners say about DNRT Ridge Hill Reserve
“Views are mostly woods, nothing real scenic, but the trails themselves seem well maintained and easy to walk on.”
“Absolutely gorgeous trail friendly people and a low tick area dogs are welcome and are able to be off leash highly recommend”
“We’ve explored many of the reserves around and they’re all a great walk, clearly marked trails and good maintenance.”
“Not as peaceful as I was hoping though, sadly just constant loud gunshots nearby.”
“Absolutely gorgeous trail friendly people and a low tick area dogs are welcome and are able to be off leash highly recommend”
One of my favorite trails to walk. It's beautiful and peaceful but not made for bikes. Lots of roots and rocks so if that's an issue, you shouldn't walk this trail.
We’ve explored many of the reserves around and they’re all a great walk, clearly marked trails and good maintenance. I took the red trail. The most notable thing about this particular reserve is the trails are a bit more challenging than most others because of the roots and some rock piles but it’s a nice change of…
Different trails to take. Plenty of land to cover. Trails were well maintained for the most part. Took my dog and he enjoyed it. Small parking lot available.
Amazing morning hike today, we had a couple does (deer) greet us on the path on the way out. My 2 year old was beyond excited to see a wild deer he wanted to see more 🤣 I told him it doesn’t work like that. We enjoyed the story walk they had at this hike. On top of all that there are a few paths we could choose from.
Trail conditions & character
“Absolutely gorgeous trail friendly people and a low tick area dogs are welcome and are able to be off leash highly recommend”
“Absolutely gorgeous trail friendly people and a low tick area dogs are welcome and are able to be off leash highly recommend”
“Not as peaceful as I was hoping though, sadly just constant loud gunshots nearby.”
“75 miles from the parking lot back to the parking lot doing the full loop.”
“One part had a lot of that trail had a lot of roots so it could become a tripping hazard but as long as you watch where you're going, you should be okay.”
“Well marked trails for those that stay on the trail and so much to explore in these woods.”
“75 miles from the parking lot back to the parking lot doing the full loop.”
Plan your run at DNRT Ridge Hill Reserve
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
- Distance41 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- 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.
- Websitednrt.org
- Phone+1 508-991-2289
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6:30 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6:30 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6:30 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 6:30 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 6:30 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 6:30 am–8 pm |
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