A six-mile paved rail-trail on the former Old Colony Railroad bed, running between downtown Mansfield and Norton and open to walkers, runners, cyclists and equestrians. It connects to the Mansfield MBTA commuter-rail station at its north end, so it doubles as a car-free commuting route as well as a recreational trail.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
About 6 miles one-way, paved multi-use path on a former rail bed, mostly flat
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed on the trail
Accessibility
Paved surface suitable for wheelchairs on most of the route; Fruit Street is the recommended entry point for wheelchair users, while the Briggs Street, Norton access is unpaved and not wheelchair-accessible
Managed by
Friends of the WWII Veterans Memorial Trail
WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
What's here
On site
Info kiosk
Informational kiosks along the trail
Common questions
Where should I park if I use a wheelchair?
Use the Fruit Street entrance near the Mansfield Airport end, it's flagged as the accessible starting point, while the Briggs Street access in Norton is unpaved and specifically called out as not wheelchair-accessible.
Can I ride a bike the whole way?
Yes, the full six miles between Mansfield and Norton is a shared paved path for cyclists, runners and walkers, with cyclists expected to yield to people on foot and to horses.
Where do I park at WWII Veterans Memorial Trail?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at WWII Veterans Memorial Trail?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to WWII Veterans Memorial Trail?
Dogs must be leashed on the trail
Is WWII Veterans Memorial Trail wheelchair accessible?
Paved surface suitable for wheelchairs on most of the route; Fruit Street is the recommended entry point for wheelchair users, while the Briggs Street, Norton access is unpaved and not wheelchair-accessible
What rules should I know at WWII Veterans Memorial Trail?
Cyclists must yield to pedestrians and all users must yield to equestrians; trail users should stop at all road crossings and stay on the designated path since adjacent land is private. Alcohol, illegal substances, camping, open fires and littering are prohibited on the trail.