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Strawberry Hill
4.8 ★★★★★ 53 Google reviews · Running trail in Ipswich, 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 Strawberry Hill'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.
Marshland trails (some dog-friendly) with picturesque views and a rocky beach.
What runners say about Strawberry Hill
“Beautiful small little stroll along the coast.”
“Very easy hike that leads to some excellent views of the Great Marsh.”
“Nice little dog friendly hike, (bring waterproof boots) can get muddy .”
A nice shirt hike through a grassy meadow and orchard, then to the shoreline with views of the Ipswich River and great marsh. There is one tidal crossing than can get a little muddy and wet. Usually it won't be a problem. At the end is a bench and a grassy lawn that is ideal for a picnic.
Nice little walk through a field of purple flowers with a bench or two but then at the very end there's a tiny Island that is quite challenging to access at higher tide as you must go through mud in shin deep water but when the tide is lower you can easily walk across rocks to get to Smith Island. Can be very buggy.
Nice little dog friendly hike, (bring waterproof boots) can get muddy . Nice views of the marsh
Great spot for walking or taking photos. Usually parking available out front. Really pretty at sunset and low tide
Trail conditions & character
“A nice shirt hike through a grassy meadow and orchard, then to the shoreline with views of the Ipswich River and great marsh.”
“Nice little dog friendly hike, (bring waterproof boots) can get muddy .”
“Muddy fields and high tide could be a challenge for some, but the views are great.”
“) public lands near water and marsh with easy parking and lovely views.”
Plan your run at Strawberry Hill
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.
- Websiteipswichma.gov
- Phone(978) 356-6607
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–7 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–4 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–4 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–4 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–12 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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