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Hamlen Woods
4.8 ★★★★★ 81 Google reviews · Running trail in Wayland, Massachusetts · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Hamlen Woods' 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.
Lakeside woods offering easy-to-moderate hiking routes, as well as a run and ski trail.
What runners say about Hamlen Woods
“I always go here for a quiet escape, and it never disappoints in the gorgeous snippets of nature you'll find here year round.”
“The trails are easy to follow, but crisscross in a few areas and it can be easy to accidentally pop onto the wrong trail.”
“I always go here for a quiet escape, and it never disappoints in the gorgeous snippets of nature you'll find here year round.”
“The elevation is fairly steady, making it an easy hike suitable for most fitness levels.”
These hiking trails in Massachusetts offer a wonderful outdoor experience with a variety of options to choose from. The paths are well-maintained and take you deep into serene wooded areas, providing a peaceful escape.
Fun little loop around a pond area with kids. Just long enough to call it a hike and fun enough to keep the littles interested and engaged! Their favorite was climbing on the big rock area and crossing then many bridges. A Wayland treasure!
Beautiful woods and trails. We even saw a snapper in the small pond on the trail. It's very cool to see. Map was easy to follow. We walked the trail for about an hour.
Nice area. Lots of interesting terrain with swamps, rock outcrops, beautiful forests. Total of over ten miles if trails. Ok parking, but one lot has more mud and water and homes than acceptable. The reason it dies not get a five ....DOGS! Too many people go and think it's their personal dig run.
Trail conditions & character
“I always go here for a quiet escape, and it never disappoints in the gorgeous snippets of nature you'll find here year round.”
“Great trail, only bad part is all the bags of dog feces , dog owners have left at the beginning of trail, yuck!”
“Thankfully, the trails are marked with colored markers on the trees.”
“Ok parking, but one lot has more mud and water and homes than acceptable.”
“I always go here for a quiet escape, and it never disappoints in the gorgeous snippets of nature you'll find here year round.”
“One shore is a bit rugged from tree falls from recent storms, so be prepared to climb over fallen trees or step over some muddy areas if you plan on doing the full loop around.”
“One shore is a bit rugged from tree falls from recent storms, so be prepared to climb over fallen trees or step over some muddy areas if you plan on doing the full loop around.”
“One shore is a bit rugged from tree falls from recent storms, so be prepared to climb over fallen trees or step over some muddy areas if you plan on doing the full loop around.”
Plan your run at Hamlen Woods
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- 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.
- Websitesvtweb.org
- Phone(978) 443-5588
- Social Instagram
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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