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Flat & Fast Running Trails in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has 132 trails with flat, fast terrain in this directory, across 103 cities and towns — Brewster, Sturbridge, Andover, Holyoke and 99 more. Gentle grades for tempo efforts, goal-pace long runs and steady miles.
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Middlesex Fells Reservation
4.7 ★★★★★ 5,506 reviews
2,575-acre natural haven including hiking trails around a pond, plus areas for dog-walking & biking.
Nickerson State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,876 reviews
Woodsy 1900-acre preserve featuring a large campground, trout-fishing ponds, biking & hiking trails.
Harold Parker State Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,129 reviews
Tranquil natural area with trails for hiking & biking, plus camping, picnicking & fishing areas.
Horn Pond Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 1,100 reviews
Scenic area next to a large pond offering outdoor activities such as hiking & biking.
Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation
4.8 ★★★★★ 871 reviews
Hiking trails & an auto road ascend the summit, where a picnic pavilion affords mountaintop views.
Cushing Memorial Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 838 reviews
57-acre spot on the site of a WWII army hospital, with open space & trails, plus a chapel.
Ashley Reservoir
4.9 ★★★★★ 750 reviews
Scenic park with paths for running, biking and strolling, plus lakes, reservoirs and wildlife.
Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge
4.7 ★★★★★ 689 reviews
Small protected area with wetlands, forested areas & vernal pools for wildlife, plus public trails.
Houghton's Pond Recreation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 643 reviews
Popular destination for picnics and grilling, with a playground and beach.
Prospect Hill Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 621 reviews
Uphill hiking trails (some paved) and roadways lead to scenic overlooks at this hilly park with Boston views, plus a playground, picnic tables and grills.
Barrett Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 603 reviews
Large locale featuring a pond with hiking trails, a fountain and a playground.
Brookline Reservoir Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 562 reviews
A walking/jogging track surrounds a reservoir anchoring this 32-acre recreation & fishing area.
The Knob
4.8 ★★★★★ 514 reviews
Nature area on a rocky hill overlooking Buzzards Bay offering hiking paths, swimming & sunset views.
Westville Recreation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 517 reviews
Year-round spot for outdoor activities, featuring hiking trails, picnic areas with grills & a lake.
Blue Hills - Skyline Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 476 reviews
Young, forested reserve for hiking as well as scenic views of Boston’s skyline.
Mass Audubon's Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary
4.8 ★★★★★ 464 reviews
Nature walks & rugged hikes in a landscape of forests, meadows & marshes known for resident beavers.
Ashuwillticook Rail Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 460 reviews
Family-friendly biking & walking route along an old train line, with cross-country skiing in winter.
The Nature Trail and Cranberry Bog
4.6 ★★★★★ 454 reviews
32-acre cranberry wetland system with paved trails through a protected habitat with native wildlife.
Doane's Falls
4.8 ★★★★★ 433 reviews
Short, well-maintained hiking trail showcasing 3 waterfalls along the route.
Mass Audubon's Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary
4.7 ★★★★★ 442 reviews
Sanctuary with woods, trails, a frog pond and a visitor center.
Noanet Woodlands
4.7 ★★★★★ 408 reviews
Woodsy preserve featuring 17 miles of hiking trails, bird-watching & city views from Noanet Peak.
Audubon Caratunk Wildlife Refuge
4.7 ★★★★★ 381 reviews
Bird-watching area with a 4-mile network of trails, plus ponds, bridges and brooks.
Rocky Woods
4.8 ★★★★★ 355 reviews
Known for its 6+ miles of hiking trails, this natural area features woods, wetlands & ponds.
Wachusett Dam and Wachusett Reservoir
4.8 ★★★★★ 332 reviews
Park on 2.2 square miles around a reservoir, offering picnicking, hiking, winter sports & fishing.
Mary Cummings Park
4.5 ★★★★★ 346 reviews
210-acre park with rustic trails, natural habitat strewn with wildflowers & areas for sports.
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park
4.7 ★★★★★ 317 reviews
A 1,000-acre park featuring canoeing, walking and hiking paths, and nature exhibits.
Rock Meadow Conservation Area
4.8 ★★★★★ 290 reviews
Public conservation land of meadow, wetlands, streams & woods, plus updated Belmont Victory Gardens.
Ravenswood Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 276 reviews
Hemlock groves, magnolia swamp, miles of trails & old carriage roads offered on 600 secluded acres.
Old Town House Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 284 reviews
Local green space featuring picnic tables, sports fields, and a playground.
Norwottuck Rail Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 263 reviews
Flat trail for hiking, biking and rail-riding, with benches at intervals, plus views of the Connecticut River and other scenery.
Nashua River Rail Trail - Pepperell Square
4.8 ★★★★★ 258 reviews
Shaded, flat, maintained paved trail following a river that's suitable for bikes and pedestrians.
Canalside Rail Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 252 reviews
Easy-going, 3.7-mile trail for walking, biking, and picnicking along the Connecticut River.
Willowdale State Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 233 reviews
Forest and trail system for hiking, biking and horseback riding.
Edward S. Alekel Veterans Memorial Park aka Milk St. Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 244 reviews
Kids' park with ball fields, paved trails, basketball courts, picnic tables and a playground.
Norris Reservation
4.8 ★★★★★ 221 reviews
Scenery-filled preserve with well-kept trails, plus a boathouse and a boardwalk.
Rocky Mountain Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 221 reviews
117-acre wooded park offering hiking trails, a 1912 sandstone observation tower & benches.
Mass Audubon Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary
4.6 ★★★★★ 217 reviews
Nature preserve with trails for hiking, cross-country skiing and wildlife-watching.
Cascades Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 214 reviews
Park featuring trails of varying difficulty, plus cascades and views of nature.
Mass Audubon's Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary
4.7 ★★★★★ 199 reviews
Wooded hiking trails and boardwalks crisscross this former resort property with lake views.
Leadmine Mountain Trail (Main Entrance)
4.7 ★★★★★ 191 reviews
Tranquil hiking area with gravel tracks around a scenic pond and through woodland.
Nashua River Rail Trail Ayer
4.7 ★★★★★ 190 reviews
Scenic bike path and walking trail winding through ponds and wetlands.
Mount Toby State Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 187 reviews
Nature preserve featuring hiking trails, a waterfall, and a fire tower, among other attractions.
Alexandra Dawson Conservation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 167 reviews
Park with a dike that overlooks the Connecticut River, popular for sunset views.
Cape Cod Rail Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 147 reviews
Popular paved path where families can bike, walk, run or stroll among lakes, shops and eateries.
Lake Williams Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 142 reviews
Half-mile walkway across the water and a longer wooded trail make for a scenic strolling spot.
Hoosac Range Reserve
4.8 ★★★★★ 138 reviews
Hiking area with well-marked trails leading to the summit of Spencer Hill for far-reaching views.
Peppercorn Hill Conservation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 133 reviews
Forested 283-acre conservation area with vistas, streams & wetlands, plus trails for hiking.
Abram's Rock
4.6 ★★★★★ 134 reviews
Destination featuring historical landmarks, hiking trails, and mountain biking opportunities.
North Central Pathway
4.7 ★★★★★ 129 reviews
Paved hiking trail with water views that's good for kids, and biking.
J.C. Phillips Nature Preserve
4.7 ★★★★★ 123 reviews
Nature preserve featuring trails, lake access, and ruins, plus dog-friendly walking.
Assabet River Rail Trail - East Hudson Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 125 reviews
Paved biking and walking trail that extends for about 2 hours.
Bialek Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 124 reviews
Park featuring a playground, basketball courts, and baseball fields, plus skateboarding and picnic areas.
Lower Neponset River Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 113 reviews
Riverfront park featuring a pool, playgrounds and pathways for walkers, hikers, runners and cyclists.
Willard's Woods
4.6 ★★★★★ 112 reviews
This 100-acre conservation area offers trails through meadows, wetlands & pine groves.
Indian Lands Conservation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 107 reviews
Looping trails for hiking and dog walking pass marshes and woodlands.
Deer Jump Reservation - A.V.I.S
4.6 ★★★★★ 106 reviews
Park offering a riverside path that's suitable for hiking, biking, and walking.
Rice Preserve / Sunrise Peak Trailwalk
4.7 ★★★★★ 103 reviews
Overlook featuring hiking trails, plus views of Vermont and the Holyoke Range.
Groton Town Forest
4.7 ★★★★★ 103 reviews
Park, forest with a river featuring hiking and biking trails, plus dog-friendly paths.
Shining Sea Bikeway
4.8 ★★★★★ 100 reviews
Paved route following the coast for cyclists, hikers and runners.
Crocker Conservation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 94 reviews
Recreational area with a variety of short and long hiking trails, some of which are dog-friendly.
Cook Conservation Area
4.5 ★★★★★ 96 reviews
Relaxing, kid-friendly and well maintained hiking area, featuring riverside walks.
Mass Central Rail Trail - Wachusett Greenways section
4.7 ★★★★★ 91 reviews
Hiking, biking, birding and XC-skiing area featuring riverside trails and wooded paths.
Reservoir Walking Trail / Weston
4.6 ★★★★★ 91 reviews
Dog-friendly park with a roughly 2-mi. trail around a reservoir, plus side paths.
Beverly Commons Conservation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 87 reviews
Recreation area with trails for hiking, mountain biking, and off-leash dogs.
The Cascade
4.7 ★★★★★ 87 reviews
Park featuring short, easy trails leading to a picturesque waterfall for photo ops.
1st Lt. Arthur E. Farnham, Jr., and SSgt. Thomas M. Connolly, Jr. Memorial Park
4.4 ★★★★☆ 88 reviews
Park, formerly an airport, offering grassy areas and a long trail.
Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area North
4.7 ★★★★★ 80 reviews
Protected landscape consisting of pitch pine & scrub oak forest that is home to native fauna.
Bell’s Neck Conservation Lands
4.6 ★★★★★ 80 reviews
Preserved area with hiking trails and views of lakes and woodlands.
Copicut Woods
4.6 ★★★★★ 79 reviews
Nature preserve featuring trails for walking, hiking, and mountain biking.
Whiting Reservoir Trail Head
4.7 ★★★★★ 70 reviews
Easygoing trails around a reservoir for walking, running and strollers.
Ludlow Reservoir Shoreline Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 68 reviews
Paved trail near the water for hiking, walking and biking, featuring views and flora including orchids.
Cowdrey Nature Center
4.4 ★★★★☆ 71 reviews
This conservation area with woods & a brook offers many hiking trails & places for dogs to roam.
Cochituate Brook Reservation Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 67 reviews
Park with kid-friendly hiking trails, plus opportunities for jogging and biking.
Central MA Rail Trail (Sterling)
4.5 ★★★★★ 68 reviews
Dog-free trail running through a wetland and woodlands with wildlife and 2 parking lots.
Old Mill Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 65 reviews
Flat, winding nature trail featuring an abandoned vehicle and a bridge over a river.
Southern New England Trunkline Trail Franklin Trailhead
4.7 ★★★★★ 60 reviews
Park offering a flat, paved trail good for walking, running, and biking.
Red Maple Swamp Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 57 reviews
Family-friendly wetland area featuring scenic trails, a boardwalk and a gazebo.
Southern New England Trunkline Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 58 reviews
Popular among hikers, bikers, and equestrians, this 22-mi. trail runs through 6 towns and 2 forests.
Mass Central Rail Trail
4.6 ★★★★★ 57 reviews
Kid-friendly trail through woodlands and across bridges featuring flat terrain, plus streams.
Lake Chauncy Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 56 reviews
Sprawling, dog-friendly park with a lake featuring walking trails, picnic tables and benches.
Assabet River Rail trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 57 reviews
Hiking, biking and walking trail, with paved and flat sections.
Hartwell Town Forest
4.5 ★★★★★ 57 reviews
Hiking & biking on trails under evergreen tree cover, plus gardens & a picnic area.
Mass Audubon's Flat Rock Wildlife Sanctuary
4.4 ★★★★☆ 58 reviews
Wooded area with hiking trails providing habitat for various species.
World War II Veterans Memorial Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 53 reviews
Well-maintained trail for walking, biking and skating that's kid-friendly.
Southern New England Trunkline Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 53 reviews
Well-maintained path popular for walking, biking and running amid beautiful scenery.
Camp Titicut
4.5 ★★★★★ 55 reviews
Park with scenic strolls and riverside paths, plus kid-friendly attractions.
Shady's Pond Conservation Area
4.7 ★★★★★ 52 reviews
Park offering walking paths & a rustic setting with mature woods, ferns, a pond, a marsh & a stream.
Haggetts Pond Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 48 reviews
Path that's popular with walkers and dog walkers, plus a pond, a lake and a fishing spot.
Wildlands Trust - Halfway Pond Conservation Area
4.6 ★★★★★ 48 reviews
Nature preserve with well-maintained trails that lead to different areas, including Gallows Pond.
Shaw Farm Trail - Buzzards Bay Coalition
4.8 ★★★★★ 46 reviews
Scenic trail winding through the woods with picnic spots and views of Buzzards Bay.
Eddy Bay Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 46 reviews
Popular forested trail that overlooks Cape Cod Bay.
John Tinker Accessible Trail
4.5 ★★★★★ 46 reviews
Flat walking area featuring stone benches, picnic tables and wooded trails.
Cedariver
4.7 ★★★★★ 42 reviews
Kid-friendly hiking area offering a short trail that runs along a river and through woods.
Redstone Rail Trail Bike Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 35 reviews
Quinebaug River Valley Rail Trail
4.9 ★★★★★ 18 reviews
Sheep Pond Woodlands Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 16 reviews
Hanover Branch Rail Trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 11 reviews
Daniel Ricketson Nature Trail
4 ★★★★☆ 10 reviews
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