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Woodward Point Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 55 Google reviews · Running trail in Brunswick, Maine · Dawn to dusk
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Loop distance
- 1.5 mi
- Shape
- Loop
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Dawn to dusk
Confirmed from Woodward Point Preserve'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.
Scenic protected woodlands featuring walking paths, plus fields, shore and bay views.
What runners say about Woodward Point Preserve
“What you do get is stunning views of the estuary and all the life it supports.”
“Private property is clearly marked and does not detract from the preserve.”
“A very nice quiet preserve were my wife and I saw our first porcupine in the wild.”
First understand this is a preserve, not a park. There is hunting in season and no bathrooms or picnic tables. What you do get is stunning views of the estuary and all the life it supports. Go at low tide for best shoreline exploring. (Or bring your kayak to the hand carry.
What a lovely spot this is, perfect for private walks or family outings. Lots of options to enjoy the fields, woods or the sea. Come April the place will be bursting with migrating birds. Congrats to the Brunswick Topsham Land Trust and the former landowners who worked to make this preserve a public treasure.
Beautiful preserve secluded from commonly traveled roads. Well kept trails through a large meadow peninsula and some serene woods. Pet friendly and has a nice aerial map. Concrete steps down to the water at some points, and sometimes you'll see a porcupine if you're lucky.
Beautiful natural environment for short hikes and outdoor exploring. Trails get wet easily and stay wet for days. Boots are recommended. Access to rocky point in Thomas cove. Access to mud flats in Thomas cove.
Trail conditions & character
“Very pleasant preserve with a picnic table on the waterfront and a rock ledge that affords a high view over the Montsweag Bay.”
“I so appreciate being able to walk my leashed dog there, as many places don't allow them.”
“A very nice quiet preserve were my wife and I saw our first porcupine in the wild.”
“The connected trails are more challenging for those who bring a stroller or have a chair due to tree roots.”
“The connected trails are more challenging for those who bring a stroller or have a chair due to tree roots.”
“There's a couple of trails (out and back) connected to the loop trail.”
“Great parking area, this place is neither large nor spectacular but it is thoroughly enjoyable.”
Plan your run at Woodward Point Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessDawn to dusk — the gates close, so do not plan a run that finishes after dark
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- Loop distance1.5 mi back to where you parked
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Stroller / wheelchairReported as smooth and step-free enough for a running stroller or a chair.
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- Phone+1 207-729-7366
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Hours
| Monday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Tuesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Wednesday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Thursday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Friday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Saturday | 6 am–8 pm |
| Sunday | 6 am–8 pm |
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