A town-owned forest patch closest to downtown Southbridge, threaded by three short trails that connect the Community Center, Maria Avenue housing, Morris Street Fields, Oak Ridge Cemetery, and the YMCA, making it more a neighborhood connector than a destination hike.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free · unconfirmed
Trails
Three trails: blue (0.57 mi, Community Center to Maria Avenue housing), white (0.54 mi, Morris Street Fields to Oak Ridge Cemetery, connecting to YMCA via…
Dogs
No posted policy found
Hours
No posted gate hours; open access
Accessibility
Not confirmed; natural-surface woodland trails
Managed by
Southbridge Trails Committee
(508) 764-6459 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
CostFree
Details unconfirmed
What's here
On site
Info kiosk
Trailhead kiosk with seating at the Community Center; signage with maps also at the Maria Avenue and Oak Ridge Cemetery entrances
Common questions
Does Cole Forest connect to the YMCA?
Yes, indirectly: the white trail runs from Morris Street Fields to Oak Ridge Cemetery, and cemetery roads continue on to the YMCA.
Where do I park at Cole Forest?
Free lot (Free).
Is there an entry fee at Cole Forest?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Cole Forest?
No posted policy found
Is Cole Forest wheelchair accessible?
Not confirmed; natural-surface woodland trails