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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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Know Before You Go

  • The Norumbega Conservation Trail is an easy 1.5-mile trail in Newton, MA, offering scenic views of the Charles River within a 13-acre park.
  • Accessible from Woodbine St off Commonwealth Avenue, the park features well-maintained trails suitable for walking or biking and includes park benches for relaxation.
  • The park is dog-friendly (leashed and waste carried out) and offers a mix of woodland, fields, and paved trails along the river.
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Distance
1.5 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Loop
Est. Time
45 min
Elev. Gain
187'
Rating
0.0
Added
June 08, 2019
Updated
January 25, 2024

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Total Change
66'
Ascent
187'
Descent
179'
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Features

Dogs
Biking

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    42.34743, -71.255868
  2. Main Trailhead

    42.34743, -71.255868
  3. Old Stairway through the woods

    42.347432, -71.256799
    Old Stairway through the woods
  4. Charles River

    42.349209, -71.258339
    Charles River

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Semi-Paved

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