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North Monoosnoc Summit Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Running trail in Leominster, Massachusetts · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of North Monoosnoc Summit Trail yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. 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 North Monoosnoc Summit Trail
“Beautiful vegetation mix, lots of exposed geology.”
“Wonderful trails, pretty easy terrain, well marked and easy to follow.”
Wonderful trails, pretty easy terrain, well marked and easy to follow. Beautiful vegetation mix, lots of exposed geology. In places it looks like an abandoned (19th century?) village with intact stone walls, foundations and at least one well. (I need to do a bit of research to learn it there was a settlement there.
Hidden gem of a trail. Well marker with some of the best signage around. Not difficult with a high reward/ view even in winter. Parking lot is full of potholes but fine besides that.
Really nice woodsy incline trail with excellent views of the surrounding area for not too much effort 😁
A worthwhile hike to try if you live in the area. The views are nice. My biggest complaint is that some of the trails are very rocky and require extra attention if you don't want to roll an ankle. Also, the road leading to the parking lot is not ideal for small cars due to all the bumps and ditches.
Trail conditions & character
“Great hiking area and leads to reservoir, watertower and summit site for a open view over Leominster, Fitchburg and Lunenburg.”
“Also, the road leading to the parking lot is not ideal for small cars due to all the bumps and ditches.”
“Wonderful trails, pretty easy terrain, well marked and easy to follow.”
“Wonderful trails, pretty easy terrain, well marked and easy to follow.”
Plan your run at North Monoosnoc Summit Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- 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
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