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Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsborough State Forest
4.6 ★★★★★ 535 Google reviews · Running trail in Lowell, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Paved
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsborough State Forest'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.
Spreading over 3 towns, this vast woodland area provides 6 mi. of hiking trails & fishing ponds.
What runners say about Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsborough State Forest
“My first time walking in it very nice nature at its best calm relaxing all you hear is the birds and chip munks running to hide beautiful trees changing into fall colors 😍”
“My first time walking in it very nice nature at its best calm relaxing all you hear is the birds and chip munks running to hide beautiful trees changing into fall colors 😍”
“Easy hikes on several trails and very good for mountain biking.”
Really cool place! Lots of trails, some are better maintained than others. A couple of bridges were rotten but there were ways to go around. Super super buggy in the spring/summer time so wear bug spray for sure. Parking is quite limited.
Parking can be limited during the parks peak time. Everything is clean and natural. There is a small road winding down through the park. There are all these trails off the road that you'll want to walk all of them. I saw people biking, jogging, walking, and dog walking. Bring bug spray!
Parking seems like it could be limited. I snagged one of the two last spots available the day I went. The main walk is paved and wide, good for bicycles and strollers. There's multiple side trails. The trail I took looped me back to the main walk. Along the way there are nice views of wide open fields and water.
So peaceful… a beautiful jungle, a perfect trekking route, and so safe. This is my favorite place—I truly love these huge trees 🌳, silent, peaceful jungle. Here, I forget everything… and finally find myself. Thank you, God.
Trail conditions & character
“My first time walking in it very nice nature at its best calm relaxing all you hear is the birds and chip munks running to hide beautiful trees changing into fall colors 😍”
“This is a nice park to go for a walk in or take the family or your dog.”
“Lots of trails to choose from and adequate parking.”
“You can walk on a paved road or going off track whatever you prefer.”
“So peaceful… a beautiful jungle, a perfect trekking route, and so safe.”
Plan your run at Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsborough State Forest
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
- 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.
- Websitemass.gov
- Phone+1 978-369-6312
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–6 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–6 pm |
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