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Elm Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,362 Google reviews · Running trail in Worcester, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Elm 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.
Historic 60-acre park with reconstructed bridges, tennis & basketball courts & winter skating.
What runners say about Elm Park
“It's usually clean and the paths are nice to walk through.”
“I knew in the warmer seasons the park was beautiful but the park during the winter time & the pond being frozen was just breathtaking!”
“Absolutely beautiful peaceful park, perfect place to unwind or play or get your steps in”
It's a great park, especially for being in a city area. There's a pond with a couple bridges and paths around it. The park is also full of art pieces and a historical tree. There's a nice playground for the kids. Only been there once so I'm not sure what else is around.
Had a little evening stroll after having some dinner from Ciao Bella. Loved the Art in the Park installations. There was a lively sense of community. Children playing in the playground, adults getting and playing games at the tables, individuals and families walking around the paths - everything that should happen in…
Beautiful urban park in the local historic district of Worcester that bears its name. This was the first park in the US where land was purchased expressly for the purpose of establishing a park for the public. While not a very large area, the ponds and pathways create a very pleasant and restful environment.
Lovely park for all ages. As I traveled through this park I noted people enjoying the various features thia park offers. Children with family in the playground. Nearby two tables of mature men playing dominoes. Friends together walking several winding paths along with small bridges to cross over lakes.
Trail conditions & character
“I knew in the warmer seasons the park was beautiful but the park during the winter time & the pond being frozen was just breathtaking!”
“I was there for an event which had porta potties so I'm not sure if there are bathrooms or the porta-potties are there all the time.”
“Absolutely beautiful peaceful park, perfect place to unwind or play or get your steps in”
“Accessible for physically handicapped — wheelchair and walker friendly (except for the two bridges - but those don’t need to be crossed in order to enjoy the park).”
Plan your run at Elm Park
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.
- LightingRunners report lights on the path — useful for pre-dawn and after-work miles. Lighting and opening hours are separate things, so check both.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Websiteworcesterma.gov
- Phone(508) 799-1190
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–9 PM |
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