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October Farm Riverfront
4.8 ★★★★★ 32 Google reviews · Running trail in Concord, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from October Farm Riverfront'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 October Farm Riverfront
“One of the more beautiful places in Concord, easy hiking trails with some little steep trails for when you are in the mood.”
Great place to hike along the Concord river. Get there early, limited parking available.
Lovely trail network, somewhat hilly and nice vistas of Concord River. Spotted some snakes, turtles, and a great blue heron on a 2.6 mile ramble.
Beautiful & quiet serene walk near the Concord River. People should be aware that dogs can be unleased, which I love. However, my Goldens are unpredictable so alert to other dog owners.
Woodpeckers with bright red heads hamming it up. River was lazy and ponds were pretty. Routes are well maintained and offer options. Only about 15 ft of river access but a 5/5 nonetheless.
Trail conditions & character
“People should be aware that dogs can be unleased, which I love.”
“One of the more beautiful places in Concord, easy hiking trails with some little steep trails for when you are in the mood.”
“One of the more beautiful places in Concord, easy hiking trails with some little steep trails for when you are in the mood.”
“Beautiful & quiet serene walk near the Concord River.”
Plan your run at October Farm Riverfront
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 trailheadparking — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
- Trail mapOfficial trail map
- Websiteconcordland.org
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 7 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 7 AM–7 PM |
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