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Norumbega Conservation Trail

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Distance:
1.5 Miles / 2.4 km
Type:
Loop
Difficulty:
Easy
Time to Hike:
~45 minutes
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Surface Type:
Semi-Paved
Park:
Norumbega Park
Town:
Newton, Massachusetts
Directions:
42.34743, -71.255868
Added:
June 08, 2019
Updated:
January 25, 2024
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66'

Total Change
187'

Ascent
179'

Descent

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Norumbega Conservation Trail

The Norumbega Conservation Trail at Norumbega Park or Norumbega Conservation Area in Newton, Massachusetts is an easy 1.5-mile trail that passes through the entire park and features a relaxing view along the Charles River.

The trail is accessible from Woodbine St right off Commonwealth Avenue. The park is made up of just over 13 acres of woods and fields along the Charles River. There are several well maintained trails around the park including some older paved trails.

The park features beautiful views of the Charles River, woodland, fields and trails. There are several park benches around the place to sit. Trails are easily walked or biked!

Pets: This is a dog friendly park. Dogs must be leashed and their waste carried out.

Biking: Biking is allowed.
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  1. Parking

    42.34743, -71.255868
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  2. Main Trailhead

    42.34743, -71.255868
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  3. Old Stairway through the woods

    42.347432, -71.256799
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    Old Stairway through the woods

  4. Charles River

    42.349209, -71.258339
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    Charles River

  5. Woodbine St Entrance

    42.347331, -71.255746
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    Woodbine St Entrance
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1.5 miles / 2.4 km
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