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Stony Brook Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 92 Google reviews · Running trail in Boston, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Stony Brook Park'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.
Waterside, kid-friendly recreation area for hiking, biking, jogging and relaxing.
What runners say about Stony Brook Park
“Found a nice, quiet spot and set up a hammock in the shade.”
Our favorite neighborhood escape. Have walked it's trails throughout the pandemic and have seldom taken the same path twice.
Stony Brook Park is one of the hidden gems for hiking and mountain biking in Boston. Probably some of the most technically challenging riding spots within the city limits. Don't head here for flow or XC riding. Head here to test your skills on some true New England jank, you'll be better for it!
Good place to take kids and dogs for a hike. The water probably isn't the best spot for little kids who try to drink every drop of water they meet, but good for a splash otherwise. Two docks to launch canoes and kayaks, or just hang out and get some sun.
Found a nice, quiet spot and set up a hammock in the shade. Lots of people swimming, biking, and walking their dogs. Don't know how much I'd trust that water though..
Trail conditions & character
“A lovely day walk with your love, the kids, maybe the dog or a jog.”
“Found a nice, quiet spot and set up a hammock in the shade.”
Plan your run at Stony Brook Park
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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitemass.gov
- Phone(617) 333-7404
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–7 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–7 PM |
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