Submitted by localguyman t3_115ebao in WorcesterMA
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localguyman OP t1_j91s3y2 wrote
SubduedHamster t1_j91whed wrote
Indian Lake loop. I lived on the lake, but you could park at Shore Park or Morgan Park and start the loop from there. I miss that loop so much. Ran it every day as park of a larger loop for over 16 years.
localguyman OP t1_j91wu41 wrote
Nice! Right at 5k https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/massachusetts/indian-lake-pathway
duffypat32 t1_j92969e wrote
It's not in Worcester but the Clinton reservoir. It's about 6 miles from the dam to the other side and back. Plus, all the stairs you can do for a great workout. Today you should dress for it, it's cold.
intheeyesofthelord t1_j91hhaz wrote
I used to have a really good 5K route. It’s mostly flat and a nice little run. Start Lovell @ Courtland. Go Lovell > Brownell > June > Highland > Fruit > Pleasant > Park > Chandler > Lovell/Courtland
localguyman OP t1_j91onr9 wrote
Nice, parking at Nu?
intheeyesofthelord t1_j91ycup wrote
Yeah you can park there I’d imagine. There’s also ample street parking on Lovell St.
D_is_for_Doomsayer t1_j91xjjy wrote
My fat ass is more of a hiker, but I can still recommend the Blackstone Valley Bike Path. Asphalt path, nice views, rarely crowded but always other people there in nice weather.
OutrageousWatch1785 t1_j93n3ua wrote
This used to be a great path but there have been homeless encampments as of late.
SmartSherbet t1_j96lt1q wrote
Doesn't make it any less enjoyable to use.
OutrageousWatch1785 t1_j989zso wrote
The mere virtue of their existence does not, but trash, needles, and a general lack of sanitation does
BreadBot32 t1_j92w15e wrote
It’s outside of Worcester but the West Boylston Rail Trail is pretty nice for a walk or run.
Mass Central Rail Trail (West Boylston) https://maps.google.com?q=Mass%20Central%20Rail%20Trail%20(West%20Boylston),%2016%20Foster%20St,%20West%20Boylston,%20MA%2001583&ftid=0x89e3f98cbf00e211:0xc450608e42db144d&hl=en-US&gl=us&entry=gps&lucs=47062720&g_st=ic
0lazy0 t1_j923eub wrote
OutrageousWatch1785 t1_j93n82k wrote
Lake Park is a 1 mile loop
Duderbot t1_j9270va wrote
You may want to check out the app alltrails. It provides info on parks, walking/biking trails, and hiking trails. It's pretty useful if you're into doing stuff like that.
doublesecretprobatio t1_j91cqho wrote
Folks run all over the city, do you have more specific criteria?
localguyman OP t1_j91ru6u wrote
Nothing specific, anything you’ve enjoyed running
Curiositydelay1sec t1_j91vxbt wrote
If you don’t mind hills, you can traverse Green Hill Park, Bell Hill, Elm Park, and Institute Park. You can run at Hope Cemetery if you have no qualms about it, which is flat. You can loop around Coe’s reservoir, Lake Quinsigamond, and Indian Lake. Anywhere you go, beware of Worcester drivers.
localguyman OP t1_j91wdun wrote
Thanks, any favorite routes in particular?
Curiositydelay1sec t1_j9207tl wrote
I have those on rotation. There’s also https://blackstoneheritagecorridor.org/exploring-the-blackstone-river-valley/maps-tours-guides/blackstone-river-bikeway/
made-thisacct-tonite t1_j9bwznj wrote
Do those connect ?
AnteaterEastern2811 t1_j91458z wrote
Cascades is pretty solid for trail.