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Heath Hen Meadow
4.7 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Running trail in Acton, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Heath Hen Meadow'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.
What runners say about Heath Hen Meadow
“The bridge with the huge swamp is a stand-out; Beautiful place.”
Nice spot. Quite short trails but very peaceful . Saw 2 deer and 3 turkeys . No other hikers so must be undiscovered . A little buggy .
I really like this place. If you are into mountain biking there are a couple of loops that you can fly around (not many roots and a smooth packed path). I used to go here every day after work to mountain bike 4 summers ago. The bridge with the huge swamp is a stand-out; Beautiful place. Sunset at the bridge is amazing.
Not really any parking, maybe space at the end of the cul-de-sac for 2 cars. Winter presently. Peaceful trails. Probably very beautiful in the warmer weather. Close to houses.
Beautiful spot to walk your dog. Also a wonderful place to go cross country skiing.
Trail conditions & character
“The bridge with the huge swamp is a stand-out; Beautiful place.”
“Far off a main road, this is a great place to take your dog for an off leash run - you'll almost certainly meet others doing the same thing!”
Plan your run at Heath Hen Meadow
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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitetrails.actonma.gov
- Phone(978) 929-6634
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8:30 PM |
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