Start your Sunday strong with Arc'teryx ambassador Madison Collins on a beautiful 4.2-mile loop through the East Fells. We’ll kick off the morning at Arc'teryx MarketStreet with coffee, snacks, and community vibes, then head over to the trail together.
All paces welcome.
Bonus Raffle! Try on a pair of trail running shoes during the MarketStreet meetup for a enter to win Arc'teryx gear.
Date: Sunday, April 13
Pre-Run Meetup: 8:30 AM at Arc'teryx MarketStreet (110 Market Street, Lynnfield, MA)
Depart for Trail: 9:15 AM
Run Start: 10:00 AM at Lower Sheepfold Parking Lot (Route 28, Stoneham, MA)
Trail: East Middlesex Fells Reservoir Loop – approx. 4.2 miles
Lower Sheepfold Parking Lot – What to Expect
📍 Location: Off Fellsway West (Route 28) in Stoneham, MA — type “Sheepfold Dog Park” into GPS for accuracy.
🚗 Capacity: One of the larger lots in the Middlesex Fells Reservation — accommodates around 40–50 vehicles.
💵 Cost: Free parking
🕘 Hours: Gates typically open at 9:00 AM, but they are often open a bit earlier, especially on weekends. No overnight parking.
🐶 Dog Park Traffic: It shares space with the off-leash Sheepfold Dog Park, so weekend mornings can get busy. Expect a few more cars if the weather’s nice.
🅿️ Overflow Parking: If the main lot fills up:
Try the upper lot just north of the Sheepfold entrance
Look for legal pull-off spots along Fellsway West
Carpooling from Arc'teryx MarketStreet is the smart move!
What to Bring:
Trail Running Shoes – Good tread is important for uneven terrain (roots, rocks, possible mud)
Water Bottle or Hydration Pack – There are no water stations on the trail
Layers – April can be chilly in the morning, so dress in moisture-wicking layers
Light Snack – Optional for post-run energy, though refreshments will be provided at Arc'teryx
Sunscreen / Hat / Sunglasses – Just in case the sun decides to show off
Bug Spray – Not usually bad in early April, but can’t hurt
A Friend – Trail miles are better together!
