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        This extensive trail network is located in the northwestern part of Gardner. The trails run from
        Rt. 140 south to Eaton Street along an abandoned railroad bed and then branches off to the west
        towards Perley Brook Reservoir and Clark Street and to the northwest to the town of Winchendon.

        There are parking areas on Rt. 140 near the North Central Pathway as well as
        further up towards Winchendon, on Eaton Street south of the Golf Course, and on Clark Street
        across from Perley Brook Reservoir.

        These trails total approximately 8.9 miles
        Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
        AKA: Coolidge Hill, Eaton Street
        Land Status: City Managed
        Green Street Parking Area google parking directions
        Activities Click to view
        Region Details
        • 4
        • 5
        • 8
        • 1

        Region Status
        Caution as of May 16, 2026
        Local Trail Association

        Stats

        Avg Trail Rating
        Trails (view details)
        18
        Trails Mountain Bike
        20
        Trails E-Bike
        1
        Trails Hike
        20
        Trails Trail Running
        20
        Total Distance
        15 miles
        Total Descent
        999 ft
        Total Vertical
        150 ft
        Highest Trailhead
        1,172 ft
        Reports
        33
        Photos
        21
        Ridden Counter
        830

        Popular Perley Brook Mountain Biking Trails

        100 0.0 1,195 ft 37 ft 79
        Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 37 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
        85 0.0 2,536 ft 32 ft 57
        Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating with a 32 ft blue climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
        80 0.0 567 ft 32 ft 53
        Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 32 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
        90 0.0 1,614 ft 0 ft 52
        Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. Trail visibility is sometimes hard to follow. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
        100 0.0 571 ft 29 ft 49
        Popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 29 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
        75 0.0 2,001 ft 28 ft 38
        Popular green difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 13 minutes to complete this trail.
        40 3.5 2 miles 77 ft 36
        Moderately popular blue difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 77 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 21 minutes to complete this trail.
        25 0.0 234 ft 0 ft 36
        Less popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions and has a easy overall physical rating with a 0 ft green climb. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.

        Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

        Today
        • 0 rides
        Yesterday
        • 0 rides
        Past Week
        • 11 rides

        Photos of Perley Brook Mountain Bike

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        Jul 31, 2025 @ 3:27pm
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        Jul 31, 2025 @ 3:26pm
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        Nov 27, 2024 @ 2:55pm
        Nov 27, 2024
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        Nov 27, 2024 @ 2:55pm
        Nov 27, 2024
        41 |
        Nov 25, 2024 @ 3:47pm
        Nov 25, 2024
        35 |
        Nov 25, 2024 @ 3:47pm
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        Nov 25, 2024 @ 3:47pm
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        27 |
        Nov 25, 2024 @ 3:47pm
        Nov 25, 2024
        35 |
        Nov 25, 2024 @ 3:32pm
        Nov 25, 2024
        28 |
        Nov 25, 2024 @ 3:32pm
        Nov 25, 2024
        28 |
        Nov 25, 2024 @ 3:32pm
        Nov 25, 2024

        Recent Trail Reports

        statustraildateconditioninfouser
        North Central Pathway East
        May 16, 2026 @ 6:42pm (America/New_York)
        May 16, 2026
        IdealBrenthask
        Brook Loop
        Apr 15, 2026 @ 4:01pm (America/New_York)
        Apr 15, 2026
        Variable tree down across trailogdanks
        Candy Mountain Charlie
        Jun 13, 2025 @ 2:50pm
        Jun 13, 2025
        IdealParrishGS758m
        Bottle Tree Lane Extension
        Jun 13, 2025 @ 2:50pm
        Jun 13, 2025
        WetParrishGS758m
        Wilder Brook Connector
        Jun 13, 2025 @ 2:50pm
        Jun 13, 2025
        IdealParrishGS758m
        Calvin Coolidge
        Apr 17, 2024 @ 2:01pm
        Apr 17, 2024
        Variable 4 large trees downmtbikerspeed
        Bottle Tree Lane
        Oct 19, 2023 @ 10:18am
        Oct 19, 2023
        DryTree work done on the northern section....mtbikerspeed
        Pearly Brook Loop
        Oct 18, 2023 @ 2:06pm
        Oct 18, 2023
        Wetrained again tonight! muddy and slick and...mudnblood21
        Bottle Tree Bonus Loop
        Feb 20, 2023 @ 9:18am
        Feb 20, 2023
        DryAll ice storm debris clearedmtbikerspeed
        Connector 3
        Sep 15, 2022 @ 9:52am
        Sep 15, 2022
        DryAll trails in perley brook are in great...mudnblood21

        Activity Feed

        usernameactiontypetitledate
        RonaldBolamCd3wishlistregionactivity #95072920
        May 19, 2026 @ 4:34pm
        May 19, 2026
        RonaldBolamCd3wishlisttrailactivity #95072633
        May 19, 2026 @ 4:29pm
        May 19, 2026
        Brenthaskaddreportactivity #94872474
        May 16, 2026 @ 9:15pm
        May 16, 2026
        ogdanksaddreportactivity #92679593
        Apr 15, 2026 @ 1:01pm
        Apr 15, 2026
        MatthewqOSpu1riddentrailactivity #92257374
        Apr 9, 2026 @ 9:06am
        Apr 9, 2026

        Recent Comments

        usernametypetitlecommentdate
        SuperavanttrailCalvin CoolidgeOne of the best trails in central ma. Ride it...
        Mar 26, 2025 @ 4:46am
        Mar 26, 2025
        GolgiwohismereportConnector 3Awesome! Glad to see riders out there
        Oct 2, 2022 @ 3:18am
        Oct 2, 2022
        xddaavveextrailCalvin Coolidge8/25/20 - Basically unrideable at the moment....
        Aug 25, 2020 @ 8:17am
        Aug 25, 2020

        Nearby Areas

        namedistance
        Rome Conservation Area 1 20.7 km
        Crow Hill5.3 km
        Birch Hill Reservoir Area 66.1 km
        Westminster State Forest 1 36.4 km
        Hubbardston State Forest 8 12 17.1 km

        Activity Type Stats

        activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesridelogs
        Mountain Bike2015 miles1,001 ft6 miles151 ft
        #6,772#2,58726362,063
        E-Bike12 miles141 ft3,625 ft56 ft
        #10,328#3,6872492
        Hike2015 miles1,001 ft6 miles151 ft
        #10,867#4,3323680
        Trail Running2015 miles1,001 ft6 miles151 ft
        #9,962#3,6683620

        Frequently Asked Questions About Perley Brook

        What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Perley Brook?
        The highest rated mountain biking trails in Perley Brook are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
        What is the best time of the year to ride in Perley Brook?
        Based on ride log data, the most popular months to ride in Perley Brook are:
        • June (46 activities)
        • May (39 activities)
        • October (34 activities)
        Check the Perley Brook reports page for current trail conditions, recent trail reports, and seasonal information from the local community.
        Where can I park to ride in Perley Brook?
        There are 1 parking locations listed in Perley Brook. The most popular parking spots are:
        What is the longest trail in Perley Brook?
        The longest trail in Perley Brook is Calvin Coolidge at 2.0 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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