Aspinwall Road Trailhead
Aspinwall Road, Lenox, MA

Managed by

Town of Lenox

Part of

Kennedy Park

Information

  • Dogs allowed - Leashed
  • Family Friendly
  • Free
  • Parking
  • Picnicking
  • Scenic View
Kennedy Park Belvedere overlooking Parsons Marsh.

Kennedy Park Belvedere overlooking Parsons Marsh.

Entrance to the trailhead to Kennedy Park at the end of Aspinwall Road.

Entrance to the trailhead to Kennedy Park at the end of Aspinwall Road.

Aspinwall Road Trailhead in Lenox, MA | Berkshires Outside
Picnic area on the Belvedere overlooks the Berkshire Mountains in Kennedy Park.

Picnic area on the Belvedere overlooks the Berkshire Mountains in Kennedy Park.

Aspinwall Road Trailhead in Lenox, MA | Berkshires Outside
Picnic area overlooks the Berkshire Mountains in Kennedy Park.

Picnic area overlooks the Berkshire Mountains in Kennedy Park.

A gazebo overlooks a forest near the Woolsey trail in Kennedy Park.

A gazebo overlooks a forest near the Woolsey trail in Kennedy Park.

Aspinwall Road Trailhead in Lenox, MA | Berkshires Outside
  • Public Land
  • Private Land
  • Bus Route
  • Trail
  • Major Trail

About Aspinwall Road Trailhead

Kennedy Park is a popular location in Lenox, MA, due to its vast hiking and biking trail network passing through acres of dense forests, quaint vernal pools, and stunning views of the valley and Parsons Marsh. Multiple trailheads with access points all around the park lead to all the breathtaking scenic spots throughout the park. The Kennedy Park Belvedere gives a stunning view of the Housatonic River Valley and Parsons Marsh below and is only a short hike from many parking areas. Gazebos and benches scattered throughout the forest provide quiet and sheltered locations for visitors to rest on a hike or enjoy a picnic. Keen-eyed and quiet visitors to Kennedy Park can spot any of the numerous species of wildlife that call the Berkshires home. The park has endless surprises for visitors, from hawks and owls to deer and foxes.

The trails in the park have varying degrees of difficulty. Still, Kennedy Park has great signage indicating which trails are what level of challenge, and there are maps scattered throughout the park to help navigate the trail system. Additionally, the trails are wide and well-maintained. Hence, they are a fun challenge for visitors of all ages and abilities, making Kennedy Park a fantastic family-friendly outdoor destination in beautiful Western Massachusetts.

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Features
  • Accessible Parking
  • Wheelchair / Stroller Friendly Trail
Accessible parking space at the Aspinwall Road trailhead.

Accessible parking space at the Aspinwall Road trailhead.

Coakley Trail in Kennedy Park, viewed from the Aspinwall Road trailhead.

Coakley Trail in Kennedy Park, viewed from the Aspinwall Road trailhead.

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Looking to meet up with others for team sports or group activities? Check out our list of clubs, guides and leagues in the Berkshires on the Resources page. Our list of summer camps will help you plan an overnight or day camp adventure for your young ones.

We also link to an array of outdoor recreation retail shops for gear and rental facilities for equipment on the Gear page.

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