A crushed-stone multi-use path on a former Boston & Maine rail bed, running about 4.5 miles from the North Andover-Middleton line to the Danvers boundary through the middle of town.
What to expect
Dogs
Middleton sets no townwide leash length. The animal bylaw instead lets the Animal Control Officer order owners to restrain dogs from running at large in schools, school playgrounds, parks and public recreation areas, and to stop a dog…
Managed by
Middleton Rail Trail Alliance (MiRTA)
WebsiteWhat's here
Not here
No info kiosk
not documented
No restrooms
No restroom documented.
No drinking water
No water source documented.
Common questions
Where does the trail start and end?
It runs from Sharpner's Pond Road at the North Andover-Middleton line to Hathorne in west Danvers, about 4.5 miles.
Can I bring my dog to Middleton Rail Trail?
Middleton sets no townwide leash length. The animal bylaw instead lets the Animal Control Officer order owners to restrain dogs from running at large in schools, school playgrounds, parks and public recreation areas, and to stop a dog becoming a public nuisance. Keep a dog under control and follow…
What rules should I know at Middleton Rail Trail?
A section near the half-mile mark has boulders on the trail that can challenge bikes and strollers, and a metal gate must be opened manually.