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Rumney Marsh Reservation

4.4 ★★★★☆ 200 Google reviews · Running trail in Saugus, Massachusetts · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

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Confirmed from Rumney Marsh 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.

ScenicTrailhead parking

This expansive marsh habitat features migratory birds, walking trails & areas for boating & fishing.

What runners say about Rumney Marsh Reservation

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (200 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 3 mentions

“Very well kept and the vistas allow for some great photos”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“There is a diversity of ecosystems along the walking paths and benches to sit and enjoy the beautiful views.”

The entrance is at the parking lot on Ballard St. (at the northern aspect of the reservation) - I tried to update Google Maps to reflect this, hopefully it goes through. Otherwise you'll end up on the side of the highway with no actual entrance. Don't forget to bring bug spray! A beautiful trail through the marsh.

★★★★★ — Diane , Jul 2024

An amazing area for birding - I’ve seen Bank Swallows and American Kestrels here, along with many other types of birds. There is a diversity of ecosystems along the walking paths and benches to sit and enjoy the beautiful views. I’ll definitely be back soon!

★★★★★ — Meagan , May 2020

Very relaxing pretty views great place to connect with nature and have a walk or even go fishing I had a great time here

★★★★★ — V , Jun 2025

The Marsh isn't a location that can be visited by the public. Access near it is due to the Salem Turnpike (Route 107) that passes through the cities of Revere, Saugus and Lynn.

★★★★☆ — John , Feb 2016

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 200 reviews →

Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 12 mentions

“Very relaxing pretty views great place to connect with nature and have a walk or even go fishing I had a great time here”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“The entrance is at the parking lot on Ballard St.”

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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
  • Websitemass.gov
  • Phone(617) 727-5350

Hours

Monday 5 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 5 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 5 AM–8 PM
Thursday 5 AM–8 PM
Friday 5 AM–8 PM
Saturday 5 AM–8 PM
Sunday 5 AM–8 PM

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Rumney Marsh Reservation

111 Ballard Street, Saugus, MA 01906

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.