Trails, Hiking Information & Maps

Leominster Trail StewardsLeominster Trail Stewards

The Leominster Trail Stewards (LTS) is a group of like-minded trail users who want to keep our vast trail network open and useable for all to enjoy.

  • If you would like to join the Leominster Trail Stewards committee, contact Neal Wynne at nwynne51@gmail.com.


If you use the trail network and find yourself kicking a stick off the trail or moving a loose pebble here and there, consider helping the LTS by becoming a trail volunteer or even adopting a trail.

Volunteer Trail Adopter

Become a Volunteer Trail Adopter to help maintain a specific segment of trail on your determined schedule. 

  • If you are interested in becoming an adopter, contact Anne Seed at anneseed8@gmail.com.

Trail Workdays

Trail workdays are scheduled on Saturday mornings from 8am-12noon in a select area that needs our efforts. These work days are organized by Dick O’Brien. 

  • If you are interested in volunteering, email Dick at dobrien578@gmail.com.


Report Trail Conditions

If you notice sections of trail where a tree may be down or the trail is not passable, please contact the Trail Stewards. Be sure to include what section of trail it is on (between what two trail markers) as seen on the following maps.


2023 Winter Hiking Schedule

Explore various trails in Leominster and out of town sites once a month. Hikes are led by members of the Leominster Recreation Department and the Leominster Trail Stewards and are no more than 3 miles.

Wear hiking boots: bring water to drink, a light snack, bug repellent, and wear long-sleeved shirt and pants. Dress in layers. Hiking sticks are helpful to bring if you have them.

  • Cost: Free (unless noted)
  • Cancellations: Hikes are canceled if it rains or if we do not have five people signed up.
  • Pre-Registration Required: Register online.

Hikers gather informally and hike at your own risk.


Saturday, January 8th - Winter Tree Identification

Leader: Dick O’Brien, Doyle Community Park, 10am1pm, 2-miles, easy hike. Park in Visitor Parking lot at Doyle Center. 10X hand lens is helpful. Snow date: January 15, 2023, (Snowshoe hike if sufficient snow on the ground!)

Sunday, February 5th - Full Moon Hike to North Monoosnoc Overlook

Leader: Neal Wynne, Meet at Leominster High School parking lot at 6:00pm, carpool to Granite Street Trailhead. 2-miles, moderate hike. Headlamps/flashlights and hiking poles recommended.

Sunday, March 19th - Vernal Pool Hike

Leader: Nick Kremp, Meet at MAS Lincoln Woods parking lot at 9:30am, 1-mile, easy hike.

Sunday, April 16th - Spring Ephemerals at Bartholomew’s Cobble in Sheffield, MA

Leader: Dick O’Brien, Leave Barrett Park at 8:15am, return by 4:30pm. Carpool as practical or drive yourself. Start the hike at the Bart’s Cobble Visitor Center. BYO lunch at the top of Hulbert’s Hill. Inclement weather date: April 23, 2023.

Thursday, May 11th - Connecting with Nature Sensory Stroll

Leaders: Deb Giovanucci & Anne Seed, Meet at Barrett Park entrance at 1:00pm, stroll should last 60-90 minutes, we will be walking and exploring using all of our senses to connect with nature. This walk is open to all and suitable for anyone. People using wheelchairs and those who can walk a very slow mile on a flat surface are welcome.


Area Hiking

There are many walking trails located in and around the Barrett Park area. You can take these trails and end up near the waterfall located on Recreation property or that will lead you to another trail. Trails have been cleared and are safe for walking/hiking.

We recommend you take a friend or group along while hiking in the woods for safety reasons. We hope you enjoy the trails that have been designed for the beginner or intermediate hikers.

For more information contact the Recreation Department office or drop in with any questions. Maps are also available in the Recreation office at 40 Barrett Parkway.

Trail Maps

  1. Barrett Park (PDF)
  2. Doyle Reservation (PDF)
  3. Hill Street Parcel (PDF)
  4. Leominster State Forest (Overall) (PDF)
  5. Lincoln Woods (PDF)
  6. Monoosnoc (Brook) (PDF)
  7. Monoosnoc (Entire Trail) (PDF)
  8. Monoosnoc (Middle) (PDF)
  9. Monoosnoc (North) (PDF)
  10. Monoosnoc (South) - Includes Sholan Farms (PDF)
  11. Prospect Park (PDF)

The Twin Cities Rail Trail is officially open! Please see the Twin Cities Rail Trail Site for more information.

Trail Guides

  1. Fall Brook Elementary School Outdoor Classroom (PDF)
  2. Leominster State Forest (Bayberry Hill Loop) (PDF)
  3. Leominster State Forest (Granite Street Loop) (PDF)
  4. Monoosnoc Summit Loop (Granite Street) (PDF)
  5. Monoosnoc Summit Loop (West Street) (PDF)
  6. Samoset Middle School Outdoor Classroom (PDF)

For additional hiking in the area, please visit the Mass DCR website.