A wide, fully paved multi-use path on the old Hanover Branch railroad bed, currently about half a mile in Hanover with a large lot on Hanover Street and a short spur to Ellis Field, connecting onward to the Rockland Rail Trail.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
about 0.5 miles in Hanover so far, part of a planned 3.5-mile corridor with… Easy · Paved, 10 feet wide
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed or otherwise under physical restraint anywhere in public in Hanover, parks and conservation trails included. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Hours
No posted opening or closing time. Signs at the entrance win if they differ. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Accessibility
Fully paved and usable by wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers
Managed by
Hanover Open Space Committee
781-826-6505 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is it bike and stroller friendly?
Yes, the paved 10-foot surface works well for bikes, wheelchairs, walkers and strollers, unlike most other Hanover conservation trails.
Where do I park at Hanover Branch Rail Trail?
Free lot (free).
Are there trails at Hanover Branch Rail Trail?
Yes. about 0.5 miles in Hanover so far, part of a planned 3.5-mile corridor with…. Easy difficulty. Surface: Paved, 10 feet wide.
Is there an entry fee at Hanover Branch Rail Trail?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Hanover Branch Rail Trail?
Dogs must be leashed or otherwise under physical restraint anywhere in public in Hanover, parks and conservation trails included. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is Hanover Branch Rail Trail wheelchair accessible?
Fully paved and usable by wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers