The Town of Swampscott has a number of studies that have been performed over the years. Through these studies, the rail trail has come up time and again as a desired amenity and open space opportunity for community members. Below are links to those studies:

• Open Space & Recreation Master Plan (1983)
• Recreational Trail Study Committee Report (2003)
• Open Space & Recreation Plan (2013)
• Swampscott 2025 : The Master Plan (2015)