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Shaw Farm Trail - Buzzards Bay Coalition
4.8 ★★★★★ 46 Google reviews · Running trail in Mattapoisett, Massachusetts · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Shaw Farm Trail - Buzzards Bay Coalition'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.
Scenic trail winding through the woods with picnic spots and views of Buzzards Bay.
What runners say about Shaw Farm Trail - Buzzards Bay Coalition
“Very scenic walk which leads to views of Buzzards Bay, cow pasture along the way.”
The start of the trail is quite misleading as it starts in the middle of an item field and gets buried into the field from the road. However, it gets interesting beyond what you can see from the road. It veers into the right into the thicket trees and becomes a trail in the woods.
Very scenic walk which leads to views of Buzzards Bay, cow pasture along the way. Terrain is a little rough due to tree roots on path. There is planking on some of the path. A few stone seating rest spots. It make an very enjoy hike ending with breakfast, lunch and views of the bay.
Beautiful, paved, bike path from Fairhaven to Mattapoisett. Take the path through Shaw Farm and find the crystal cap stone!
An absolutely gorgeous trail through the woods just off the Phoenix Bike Trail! If you walk far enough you can get to the Bridle Path which has more trails off it! Try to remember where you go or you may get lost!
Trail conditions & character
“Very scenic walk which leads to views of Buzzards Bay, cow pasture along the way.”
“Flat trail but roots and rocks abound, so watch your step.”
“Otherwise the parking is roadside, no formal trailhead parking.”
“Flat trail but roots and rocks abound, so watch your step.”
Plan your run at Shaw Farm Trail - Buzzards Bay Coalition
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- Websitesavebuzzardsbay.org
- Phone(508) 999-6363
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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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