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Wilcox Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 846 Google reviews · Running trail in Westerly, Rhode Island · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Wilcox 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.
Serene landscaped park around an 1894 library with a pond, meadow area, fountain & memorials.
What runners say about Wilcox Park
“Wilcox Park in Westerly is absolutely beautiful — a huge, impeccably clean, perfectly maintained park that truly stands out.”
“Wilcox Park in Westerly is absolutely beautiful — a huge, impeccably clean, perfectly maintained park that truly stands out.”
“The walking paths are perfect for a quiet stroll, and there is plenty of greenery if you just want to sit on a bench and relax for a while.”
A gem of tranquility in the middle of Westerly. Stroll around and marvel at the variety of mature trees. Stop and sit on a bench or get up close and hug one of your tree ancestors.
A stroll through an "ancient" park is an experience that is becoming difficult to find. This nook of older trees has made a morning walk delightful. The gentleman playing a wooden flute near the man-made pond had a calming note to the hectic week of the past. The walk was long enough and short enough to be just right.
This is a beautiful place to kick off your shoes and have a picnic or just have a stroll along the meandering paths.
I recently spent a lovely afternoon at this park and was really impressed by how well-maintained everything was. The walking paths are perfect for a quiet stroll, and there is plenty of greenery if you just want to sit on a bench and relax for a while.
Trail conditions & character
“Wilcox Park in Westerly is absolutely beautiful — a huge, impeccably clean, perfectly maintained park that truly stands out.”
“The walking paths are perfect for a quiet stroll, and there is plenty of greenery if you just want to sit on a bench and relax for a while.”
“I came here to train my dog in a public place and it was perfect!”
Plan your run at Wilcox 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.
- Websitewesterlylibrary.org
- Phone+1 401-596-2877
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–9 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–9 pm |
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