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Mass Audubon's Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary
4.7 ★★★★★ 199 Google reviews · Running trail in Attleboro, Massachusetts · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Boardwalk
- Loop distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Tree cover
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Mass Audubon's Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary'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 hiking trails and boardwalks crisscross this former resort property with lake views.
What runners say about Mass Audubon's Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary
“It's got a reasonable hike with it (picturesque and mildly hilly), and a play area for kids.”
“Nice well marked and leisurely stroll.”
A lovely trail and place! I did the Woody's Way trail around the lake (there is another in a more wooded area). I was told this is the one to take to see more wildlife. While I didn't see any today, it was still a peaceful and pretty walk. There are narrow boardwalks in some areas heading out towards the lake.
I'm new here. Only walked 2 trails today. But it's a beautiful area. Update... I've been here quite a few times now. I love this place. I've walked in the snow, the rain, the cold, and the warm and sunny. Everyday is a new experience here. I always see something new!
Interesting little loop trails that pass through marshes, around a pond and up a small hill. Trails also connect to the greater Attleboro trail network which beg to be explored further.
Visited Audubon Oak Knoll for a birthday party and our kids had a wonderful time. The staff was very friendly and planned a fun yet educational activity. There was plenty of free parking, the facility was nice and it was easy to find.
Trail conditions & character
“It's got a reasonable hike with it (picturesque and mildly hilly), and a play area for kids.”
“Interesting little loop trails that pass through marshes, around a pond and up a small hill.”
“I did the Woody's Way trail around the lake (there is another in a more wooded area).”
“It's peaceful and they do not allow dogs, so you don't have to worry about stepping in dog waste.”
“The trails are well maintained and if you follow the blue trail markers for about 5 minutes you'll come to a spot set up for kids to play and explore.”
“There was plenty of free parking, the facility was nice and it was easy to find.”
Plan your run at Mass Audubon's Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceBoardwalk — flat and scenic, and slick when wet, so watch your footing
- 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.
- ShadeRunners describe real tree cover here — it makes a summer afternoon workable
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitemassaudubon.org
- Phone+1 508-223-3060
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–5 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–5 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–5 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–5 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–5 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–5 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–5 pm |
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