Charles River Path – Williams Street
Guidebook Section: West
Location
Other maps and aerial photos:
Bing
Newton Assessor
Nearby: Hemlock Gorge
Possible future connection to: Upper Falls Greenway
Overview
Field with crabapple trees, wildflowers, and mowed path paralleling the Charles River. The pathway leaves Conservation Commission land and continues on a conservation restriction path alongside condos.
Size: 1.5 acres
Longest Walk: 0.5 miles
A Highly Unofficial Route on Connections to the Upper Falls Greenway
Acquired: 1980
Owner & Administrator Websites
Photo Gallery
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Charles River Path – Williams Street Map
Features
Charles River Walk, Conservation Area, Cross Country Skiing, Meadow, Woods Trail
Additional Information
Newton Assessor’s Map ID: 51046 0013 and other parcels
The pathway ends at an old railroad embankment. At the top of the embankment is the Upper Falls Greenway, a walking and biking trail that extends a mile towards Newton Highlands. The City of Newton is planning to build a set of stairs to connect the pathway to the Greenway.
The pathway may someday become part of the Blue Heron Trail
Adjacent to the conservation area is the Saco Lowell Shops Housing Historic District.