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Southern New England Trunkline Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 58 Google reviews · Running trail in Douglas, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Southern New England Trunkline Trail'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.
Popular among hikers, bikers, and equestrians, this 22-mi. trail runs through 6 towns and 2 forests.
What runners say about Southern New England Trunkline Trail
“Beautiful trail through the woods for biking.”
Putnam,CT to Millville via Douglas, MA. On Google, it looks like it continues to Woonsocket, RI, but that's a future ride. Great trail, nice views. Passes a foot trail Three States marker, Douglas State Park , with easy access into Douglas for a break.
Loved it !!! Such a beautiful place to walk. I recommend to anyone who loves walking !
Always an enjoyable ride. Lots of wildlife and spots off the trail to explore.
A beautiful tranquil place to walk! Nice wide Trail. That is almost completely level. Just a slow incline. Some really beautiful wildlife lives along this Trail if you pay attention to what's happening around you! In addition, there are some interesting leftover pieces of the railroading past.
Trail conditions & character
“Awesome rail trail with a flat, reasonably smooth surface and lovely views of forest and swamp!”
“Awesome rail trail with a flat, reasonably smooth surface and lovely views of forest and swamp!”
“Such a great walking trail with dogs, little kids, and adults!”
“Some of the trail is very rocky and a little bit more difficult to ride over, but worth the trip.”
Plan your run at Southern New England Trunkline Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- 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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitemass.gov
- Phone+1 508-476-7872
Hours
| Monday | 7 am–6:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 7 am–6:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 7 am–6:30 pm |
| Thursday | 7 am–6:30 pm |
| Friday | 7 am–6:30 pm |
| Saturday | 7 am–6:30 pm |
| Sunday | 7 am–6:30 pm |
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