Goddard Woods – Plainville
- Goddard Woods
- Shepard Street, Plainville, MA
- Trailhead: 42° 1’15.71″N, 71°18’29.01″W
- Last Time Hiked: January 2, 2015
- Approximate distance hiked: 1.0 miles
- Easy.
The Natural Resource Trust of Plainville owns this property wedged between Route 152 and Turnpike Lake along Shepard Street. The property was once the site of a mill. There is a sign at the entrance explaining the history of the property. Today there are nothing but the remains of the mills including several small dams. There is a small series of trails here that weave throughout the property. Most follow the streams and along a manmade canal. The streams, with the dams, offer several spots with small waterfalls. The trails here are not blazed, however, the property is not big enough were you will get lost. The main trail offers most of the highlights. This trail is narrow first passing a large field before crossing the canal. The trail will eventually end at Turnpike Lake before passing several remains including an old wooden mill wheel. Some of the newer features includes a section of boardwalk and a bridge both built by local Boy Scouts.
I did not find a trail on-line.
Trail Along The Canal
Trails & Walks in Rhode Island 
I walked the trail with my dog on 10/25/18, Trail was almost non-existent and overgrown but once I found it, it was a pleasant hike. Could use to have the paths cleared so other folks can see where the trail is.
Lots of running water and walking bridges over the water were in good shape.