The south trailhead park for the Depot Rail Trail, a crushed-gravel path laid on an 1879 railroad bed that once served downtown Spencer. It's a quiet, wooded corridor more than a destination park, with a small trailhead lot just before the old railroad bridge.
What to expect
Dogs
A dog on any public property in Spencer, recreation areas and school grounds included, must be properly restrained: with its owner in full control, or held firmly on a leash of no more than six feet. That's the town-wide default; watch…
Hours
No gate; open access.
Managed by
Spencer Parks & Recreation Commission
508-885-7500 · WebsiteCommon questions
No, it's a wide crushed-gravel surface, comfortable for walking and most strollers but not smooth pavement.
Is there an entry fee at Railroad Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Railroad Park?
A dog on any public property in Spencer, recreation areas and school grounds included, must be properly restrained: with its owner in full control, or held firmly on a leash of no more than six feet. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.