Ames Nowell State Park

Introduction of Ames Nowell State Park

Ames Nowell is a year-round day use area with recreational opportunities centred on Cleveland Pond, which is popular with boaters and fishermen. A picnic area, a ball field, and several miles of trails run along the pond’s edge and through the surrounding woods.

Ames Nowell is the Shangri-La of mountain bikers. Riders frequently get turned around and/or don’t know where to ride due to the predominantly technical terrain and hundreds of trails. Hopefully, Trailforks will address this issue and attract more riders to the park. There are a few old ATV and doubletracks on the perimeter, but the interior is full of challenging singletrack. Riding the eastern Cleveland Pond Trail is a good way to see if the park’s trails are for you.Although this would be considered a black trail in many parks, it is only a blue in Ames. Take the doubletrack north from the parking lot to the lone bench by the Pond, then return along the Pond Trail’s edge. If you like this style of riding, explore the rest of the park and test your skills on the blue and black trails.

Camping

Activities

Ames Nowell State Park Location

From Boston, take Route 93 south to Route 3, then Route 18 south for approximately 5 miles. At the Route 139 intersection, turn right (West). Take the second left on Lincoln and follow it until it ends with a left on Hancock St. Take the second right on Presidential Dr., then the third right on Linwood St. Linwood State Park is located at the end of the road.

Parking

Regular parking lot that can accommodate a large number of vehicles

Public Transport 

Public Transport is not available