Are dogs allowed on Emerald Necklace?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Emerald Necklace but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Emerald Necklace?

No, Emerald Necklace does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Emerald Necklace?

Emerald Necklace is rated expert. It is 12.3 miles long with 1,053 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Emerald Necklace suitable for kids?

Emerald Necklace is not typically recommended for young children due to length, exposure, or technical terrain. Older kids with hiking experience may be fine — use your judgment based on your family's comfort level.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

See Ohio trail conditions

ExpertOut and Back

Ohio

Emerald Necklace

Berea, Ohio

12.3 mi

Distance

1,053 ft

Elev. Gain

4h 9m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Emerald Necklace consists of a 1,100-acre chain of parks linked by parkways and waterways in Boston and Brookline, Massachusetts. It was designed by landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, and gets its name from the way the planned chain appears to hang from the "neck" of the Boston peninsula. In 1989, the Emerald Necklace was designated as a Boston Landmark by the Boston Landmarks Commission.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:236 ft

Max:260 ft

321 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Out & Back
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Legacy import — verify before navigating

Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.