Shattuck Park is a 7.5-acre wooded town park just south of Highland Cemetery, given to Norwood by Emma Morrill Shattuck in 1924 and left as undeveloped open space crossed by informal walking trails through mixed oak, maple and pine woods.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
Roughly 7.53 acres of stonedust and natural-surface walking trails criss-crossing the woods; easy, flat terrain, unmeasured short loops.
Dogs
Dogs welcome but must be leashed; owners must pick up and dispose of waste.
Hours
Dawn to dusk, 7 days a week.
Accessibility
Natural/stonedust trail surface, not paved; no ADA parking noted. Not fully wheelchair accessible.
Managed by
Norwood Trails Advisory Committee / Conservation Commission
781-762-1240 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
What's here
On site
Playground
No playground on site; the park is undeveloped wooded open space.
Not here
No restrooms
No restroom on site.
No drinking water
No drinking water on site.
No picnic area
No picnic area or shelter reported; park is left as natural woodland.
Common questions
Are there walking trails at Shattuck Park?
Yes, about 7.5 acres of mixed woods are crossed by stonedust and dirt trails that loop through the property; there is no formal blazed route, just informal paths connecting the street edges.
Where do I park at Shattuck Park?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Shattuck Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Shattuck Park?
Dogs welcome but must be leashed; owners must pick up and dispose of waste.
Is Shattuck Park wheelchair accessible?
Natural/stonedust trail surface, not paved; no ADA parking noted. Not fully wheelchair accessible.
What rules should I know at Shattuck Park?
Trails and water crossings can flood after rain; wear appropriate footwear and travel at your own risk. Protect against mosquitoes and ticks in wooded areas. No motorized vehicles on trails. No alcoholic beverages. Dogs must remain leashed and waste must be picked up.