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Trout Brook Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 211 Google reviews · Running trail in Jefferson, Massachusetts · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Trout Brook Recreation Area'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.
Kid-friendly place with clean facilities featuring woodland trails for hiking, biking and running.
What runners say about Trout Brook Recreation Area
“The pavilion and grounds were clean and well kept.”
“Beautiful area to walk and the rail trail is dog free on the Holden end which appeals to me.”
“Great place to hike, excellent well marked trails, especially the one to the left that follows the brook.”
“Plenty to explore with easy trails.”
“Area close to the pond has lots of dog walkers, but father into the trails is much quieter.”
This is one of my favorite places in town to get outside and go for a hike. Its very easy hiking for the most part. The is a nice brook that runs thru it with lots of cool things to look at. A lot of people bring their mountain bikes here also. Lots of cool and interesting things to look at.
Nice trails and beautiful area. Great for different levels of hiking. Well marked.
Great for intermediate mountain biker, and hiking trails. well marked in difficulty levels noted. some more challenging than others due to the steepness and loose rock conditions. if you're looking for more than I paved or packed rail trail, this is the place.
Beautiful area to walk and the rail trail is dog free on the Holden end which appeals to me. I am thankful I can take my scooter on the trail! Remember to wear hunter orange on the Wachusett Rail Trail and at Trout Brook, especially this time of year!
Trail conditions & character
“Beautiful area to walk and the rail trail is dog free on the Holden end which appeals to me.”
“Beautiful area to walk and the rail trail is dog free on the Holden end which appeals to me.”
“Great place to hike, excellent well marked trails, especially the one to the left that follows the brook.”
Plan your run at Trout Brook Recreation Area
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- 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.
- Websiteholdenma.gov
- Phone+1 508-829-0263
Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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