A former rail bed running roughly 6.7 miles through Holliston on packed dirt and stone dust, crossing the eight-arch Bogastow Brook Viaduct and passing through the old Phipps Tunnel, rougher underfoot than the fully paved Milford stretch to the west.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
~6.7 miles through Holliston easy · packed dirt and stone dust in…
Dogs
Holliston's Animal Control bylaw requires owners to keep their dog from running at large, in effect a townwide leash rule enforced by the Animal Control Officer.
Hours
No posted opening or closing time. Signs at the entrance win if they differ.
Accessibility
Flat grade throughout, but the stone-dust surface is firmer than pavement and can be soft after rain, so it is not a guaranteed wheelchair surface
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round, marsh sections are notable
What's here
Not here
No drinking water
no fountains along the trail; carry water
Common questions
Is the whole trail paved?
No, only the Milford portion is paved; the Holliston stretch is packed dirt and stone dust, which rides and rolls differently.
Where do I park at Upper Charles Rail Trail?
Free lot (free).
Are there trails at Upper Charles Rail Trail?
Yes. ~6.7 miles through Holliston. easy difficulty. Surface: packed dirt and stone dust in Holliston, unlike the paved….
Is there an entry fee at Upper Charles Rail Trail?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Upper Charles Rail Trail?
Holliston's Animal Control bylaw requires owners to keep their dog from running at large, in effect a townwide leash rule enforced by the Animal Control Officer.
Is Upper Charles Rail Trail wheelchair accessible?
Flat grade throughout, but the stone-dust surface is firmer than pavement and can be soft after rain, so it is not a guaranteed wheelchair surface