Norwottuck Rail Trail
Damon Rd, Northampton, MA 01060
11 miles of trails
Trace the paved 11-mile route through the Pioneer Valley from Northampton to Belchertown. Leashed dogs benefit from shade, benches, parking, and trash cans on the Norwottuck Rail Trail. Bring bug spray for wooded stretches.
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- Park
- Norwottuck Rail Trail
- Type
- Trail
- Location
- Northampton, Massachusetts
- Coordinates
- 42.3358, -72.6314
- Trail miles
- 11
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers
- Visitor rating
- 4.8 / 5 (1,820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.6 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:No
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:Yes
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.8 from 1,820 reviewers
- · Real shade
- · 11 miles of trail
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Dog policy
11-mile paved trail through Pioneer Valley (Northampton-Belchertown). Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Benches
- Parking
- Trash cans
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