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Overview
The Alfred J. Lima Quequechan River Rail Trail, formerly just the Quequechan River Rail Trail, travels along the northern shore of scenic South Watuppa Pond in Falls River, MA.
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2.3 mi |
Asphalt
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OverviewÂ
What began as dirt roads on either side of the canal, the Cape Cod Canal Bikeway now boasts paved service roads running for 13.9 miles through Barnstable County. Although there is no easy...
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13.9 mi |
Asphalt
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Overview
Cape Cod’s briny seaports, sandy beaches, delectable seafood, and diverse landscape of salt marshes, pine forests, and cranberry bogs can all be experienced from the 27.5-mile Cape Cod...
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27.5 mi |
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The Mattapoisett Rail Trail, when completed, aims to connect the towns of Fairhaven, Mattapoisett, and Marion through 23 miles of connected bikeways. Section 1 of the Mattapoisett Rail Trail stretches...
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1.9 mi |
Asphalt, Boardwalk
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The New Bedford Hurricane Barrier was built to protect New Bedford and nearby villages from storm surge during hurricanes, but also ended up cutting off residents from the water that lay just beyond...
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1.2 mi |
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Norwell is a suburb about 30 minutes' drive south of Boston, Massachusetts. It is home to the Norwell Pathway, a 2-mile non-motorized trail that was constructed to give residents an alternative way to...
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2 mi |
Asphalt, Boardwalk
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The Old Colony Nature Pathway is a short trail open on a former Old Colony Railroad corridor in Provincetown, a picturesque vacation destination at the tip of Cape Cod. While a longer portion of the...
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1.6 mi |
Dirt, Sand
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Overview
The Old Colony Rail Trail, named after the railroad line that operated in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, offers a serene journey through quiet Cape Cod beach towns. At 8 miles, the trail...
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8 mi |
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The Phoenix Bike Trail cruises through a mixture of surroundings on its relatively short 4-mile journey from the heart of the historical Fairhaven seaport to woodlands and farms on the outskirts of...
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4 mi |
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Overview
Constructed in 1967, the Province Lands Bike Trail is the first bike trail ever built by the National Park Service. The trail, located at the northern tip of Cape Cod, features steep...
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7.6 mi |
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Closure Notice:Â The Shining Sea Bikeway is closed between Ter Heun Drive and Locust Street until Spring 2025. Please check with local trail managers for more current information.
Overview
The...
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10.7 mi |
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The Whitney Spur Rail Trail runs from just north of the MBTA’s Cohasset Station through dense woodlands to the edge of Wompatuck State Park. The corridor was originally a spur off the Old Colony...
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1.6 mi |
Asphalt, Crushed Stone
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Marshfield's Bridle Trail follows a former railroad bed through a tree-lined corridor. It begins at the town's Dandelion Park and heads north. Its compacted dirt surface is best suited for walking,...
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3 mi |
Dirt, Sand
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In the southeastern outskirts of Boston, the 3.4-mile Hanover Branch Rail Trail connects the communities of Abington and Rockland. (Locally, the trail’s east and west halves are sometimes referred to...
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3.4 mi |
Asphalt, Crushed Stone
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The Head of the Meadow Trail offers a pleasant winding route through woodlands and marshlands tantalizingly close to the Atlantic Ocean in Truro. In fact, direct access to two of the Cape Cod National...
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2 mi |
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Martha's Vineyard, an island located only 7 miles of the coast of Massachusetts, is a paradise of beaches, "gingerbread" house architecture, and abundant natural beauty. Six small towns make up this...
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32.3 mi |
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The Nauset Trail offers a winding route through dense Cape Cod woodlands, providing a pleasant respite from the oft-crowded seashore and tourist hubs. The trail is entirely paved, with the notable...
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1.6 mi |
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The Goose Pond Path, also known as the In-Town Bike Path, offers a short paved route on the charming island of Nantucket, which lies south of Cape Cod. The trail overlooks The Creeks area of Nantucket...
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0.1 mi |
Asphalt
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Nantucket, while only 14 miles wide, boasts 83 miles of coastline, 10 pristine beaches, and abundant natural beauty. Across its variety of its sandplain grasslands, heathlands and forests, the island...
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34.97 mi |
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The New Bedford Covewalk, like the HarborWalk further east, sits atop the hurricane barrier built to protect New Bedford residents from storm surges during extreme weather. Even when it's nice out...
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1.04 mi |
Concrete
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