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Neponset River Reservation
4.5 ★★★★★ 489 Google reviews · Running trail in Milton, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Neponset River Reservation'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.
Wildlife habitat with parks, playgrounds & trails, plus bird-watching, fishing, hiking & kayaking.
What runners say about Neponset River Reservation
“This is a beautiful nature reservation and walking path!”
Once again this is another place to put on your bucket list. They have so much to offer you hiking, picnic areas for the family and more. It is peaceful and relaxing while enjoying your time with nature. You were see birds and more. Take your family for a day of fun. Or maybe just need a little time to relax?
Beautiful trail approximately three miles. Great for running, biking, walking, roller skating, etc. There are some nice parks along the trail to stop at in addition to villages just off the trail providing restaurants, stores, etc.
Nice trail and view of the river. I was expecting a longer hike though
This is a beautiful nature reservation and walking path! I love how it is easily accessible and connects to other walking paths like the beginning of the Harborwalk! I have been walking here for years and it's lovely.
Trail conditions & character
“This is a beautiful nature reservation and walking path!”
“My dog also loves it here, she gets to meet other dogs and has lots of fun sniffing everything.”
“My one suggestion would be to add two public unisex restrooms and remove the porter potty ones.”
“There are also several water fountains available and they are actually well designed with 3 separate tiers, one for Adults, one for children, and a lower one for dogs!”
Plan your run at Neponset River Reservation
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.
- At the trailheadrestrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitemass.gov
- Phone+1 617-727-5290
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–10:30 pm |
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