Westville Recreation Area — Attraction in Sturbridge

Some trail info for walkers and hikers.... First, it's just a nice, pleasant place to spend an hour or two. Around the lake.... The west (Sturbridge) side trail path from the main parking area to the Westville dam is part of the Grand Trunk Trail -- an old railroad project that never came to be with a connection to the Titanic disaster. This first part of the loop is wide gravel, gentle incline and decline. After you walk the rise up past the dam, the eastern (Southbridge) side of the loop trail back to the parking area is wooded, hilly and more like a hiking trail. Sometimes it can get just a little bit muddy and slippery if it has rained. The Grand Trunk Trail continues to the west of Westville Lake and the main parking area. The lower part of this trail is also walkable along Old Mashapaug Rd, a gravel road that follows the Quinebaug River. (Note that this part of the trail on both the upper and lower sections doesn't loop back around.) Last thing.... If you bring your dog, please clean...

There is life throughout the whole park. You get to immerse yourself in literally a beautiful ecosystem surprisingly placed in Southbridge MA. Once you set off on the trails you will understand. From rich greenery with the peaceful sound of water flowing down river to the winters snow and ice. Every season has so. Every season has something to offer for the outdoors type like myself. There is plenty of recreational space also offer rentals to two pavilions or host a free outing with ample parking and plenty of space just up the hill with many picnic tables. If you like to fish there is plenty of space for that to from steady moving waters to calm glassy areas there's a space for everyone. Get...

This is one of the best and most extensive trail systems for the Sturbridge, Southbridge, Dudley area.I might even consider it the best in Southern Worcester County. If you take a loop on all trails it comes out around 7 mi and it is very beautiful in picturesque and it is a fascinating history about the Grand Trunk rail line, the railroad that never was.

My only current complaint is that all the restrooms at the various trailheads are all closed and that is a factor that dissuades certain walkers and hikers.Otherwise, this is a wonderful picturesque and very accessible trail system for one and all, even those with disabilities to be able to get out get into nature and get...