Norton Rail Trail - Norton, MA
Norton Rail Trail: A Dog-Friendly Hiking Destination in Norton, Massachusetts
The Norton Rail Trail offers a scenic, pet-friendly experience for local dog owners looking for an accessible place to walk or hike with their furry companions. This paved, mostly flat trail stretches for several miles through tranquil settings, making it ideal for both leisurely walks and more active outings. With its wheelchair-accessible entrance and parking lot, the trail welcomes visitors of all abilities.
Perfect for dog-friendly outings, the Norton Rail Trail is not only popular with walkers and runners but also families with children, cyclists, and those looking to enjoy the local landscape year-round. While dogs are allowed, please note that the trail does not feature a dedicated off-leash area or fenced dog park; dogs should remain on a leash. Ample parking is being developed along the route, and the trail is known for its kid-friendly environment and accessibility for people of all ages and abilities.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Are dogs allowed on the Norton Rail Trail? Yes, dogs are allowed on the trail.
- Is the Norton Rail Trail wheelchair accessible? Yes, the entrance and parking lot are wheelchair accessible.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to this park? Yes, the Norton Rail Trail itself is a multi-use biking and hiking trail.
- Is there a playground or activities for kids nearby? Yes, the trail is suitable for children and is a popular spot for families.
- Is parking available? Yes, there are parking lots, and more are planned.
Reviews
Nice place to walk your dog
The bike trail is close to done
Will be great next season (2025)
Great place to bike ride!
Well done, connects to the WW2 through Mansfield
As of 11/1/24, this trail is mostly complete with some work being done at various road intersections. The trail is like any other rail trail, paved and mostly flat. I found it to be scenic and a great time during the fall season. The only downfall would be the leaves on the pavement which can be slippery when wet and at times tough to know where the edge of the pavement is. The sides of the trail are not packed in with gravel or established grass so you could find yourself off the edge very easily. Hopefully the town will blow off the trail at some point. Other than that we rode the whole 4.5 miles and back. It appears that at some point there will be more parking areas along the route. At the end, we could’ve rode further on to the Mansfield side, but decided to turn around and ride back.
Nice trail for cycling. I saw several families with kids riding bikes and rollerblading. I saw people walking and running. Great for overall general use. Nicely paved.