As of January 2024, the Friends of the Medfield Rail Trail now have a dedicated phone number for reporting issues on the trail. If you see a tree down, somebody vandalizing signs or benches, or a motorized vehicle, report it! Take a picture if you can. We will take appropriate action or anonymously relay your… Read More


The following is a list of projects that we have identified as high-priority needs. Some of these projects can be funded by the Friends, some will require appearing at a Select Board meeting for approval by the town, others may require additional approval steps. We are happy to discuss the details. If the scout is… Read More


Note: As of October 2023, all locations for the 2022/2023 bench program are filled (except for one that is on hold). We do not have plans for more benches at this time. We pre-selected 10 bench locations to choose from (see the map below). The locations in red are already reserved. Plaque Cast Bronze, 10.5”… Read More


Have you visited the Medfield Rail Trail? Here’s the view of the trail from a mountain bike rider’s perspective. The trail is almost completed. The final piece is the installation of crosswalk flashing lights at the Harding Street and Farm Street crossings. Until then, please take extra care when crossing those streets. Huge thanks to… Read More


The stone dust installation is taking place on the Medfield Rail Trail today. This is starting on the section from the Dover line to Farm Street. The installation will continue into next week. The 3″ stone dust surface is compact and durable, perfect for a multiuse trail, accommodating walkers, runners, wheelchairs, strollers, bikes and horses.… Read More


We’re thrilled to announce that the MBTA and the Town of Medfield have signed the agreement to lease the Medfield segment of the abandoned railroad track. Read the press release below for details and next steps in the construction of the rail trail. Also, stay tuned for construction progress on this page or on our Facebook… Read More


The Medfield Rail Trail is closer to reality, with construction expected to begin in the spring of 2021. In August of last year, the Town of Medfield was awarded a second grant of $100,000 by the MA Department of Conservation and Recreation’s MassTrails Program. Together with the first grant of $100,000 awarded in 2018 and… Read More


We’re thrilled to receive another grant for the rail trail! Here’s the press release about the award with all the details: The Medfield Rail Trail Awarded $100,000 MassTrails Grant Medfield, Mass. – July 31, 2020 – The Town of Medfield has been awarded $100,000 in MassTrails grants for the creation of the Medfield Rail Trail.… Read More