A wide, hard-packed dirt corridor laid over the 1848 Cochituate Aqueduct, running level and mostly shaded across town. The eastern stretch covered here runs from near Warren Park through Indian Springs Park before crossing the Charles River into Newton on a stone bridge.
What to expect
Trails
5.6 miles, the length the town maintains.
Dogs
Leashed or under voice control, per the town-wide park rule
Hours
Parks are open dawn until dusk unless otherwise posted; conservation-land trails close overnight.
Accessibility
Level, packed-dirt tread with good footing, but unpaved; not confirmed wheelchair-suitable in wet weather
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Town of Wellesley Natural Resources Commission / Wellesley Trails Committee
WebsiteCommon questions
Is Cochituate Aqueduct Trail open today?
Cochituate Aqueduct Trail is a public park in Wellesley, MA. Posted hours: Parks are open dawn until dusk unless otherwise posted; conservation-land trails close overnight..
Are there trails at Cochituate Aqueduct Trail?
Yes. 5.6 miles, the length the town maintains..
Can I bring my dog to Cochituate Aqueduct Trail?
Leashed or under voice control, per the town-wide park rule
Is Cochituate Aqueduct Trail wheelchair accessible?
Level, packed-dirt tread with good footing, but unpaved; not confirmed wheelchair-suitable in wet weather