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The Fresh Pond Bikeway runs through Fresh Pond Reservation, a park in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The bikeway winds around the east edge of the Fresh Pond Reservoir. Part of the trail is on a road within the reservation, but there are separate lanes for bicycles and cars. The trail is mostly lined with trees, although it stays close to roads. The bikeway ends at Concord Ave, but bicyclists can continue along Concord Ave using paved sidewalks and bike lanes. Drinking fountains and bike racks are located at Kingsley Park and William G. Maher Park. Restrooms are located at the Ranger Station.
At its southern end point, the trail connects with the 2-mile multi-use Watertown-Cambridge Greenway.
Parking is available at William G. Maher Park (650 Concord Ave). Parking at Kingsley Park (250 Fresh Pond Pkwy) is for residents only.
The north end of the bikeway is 0.6 miles away from the Alewife T stop. The Fresh Pond Reservation is also accessible by bus.
The trail is beautiful and well-maintained. However, the parking area listed (Kingsley Park) in the description is for residents only. It is strictly enforced.
This path extends around the entire reservoir bridging Cambridge & Belmont. It's a lovely 1hour walk, with or without dogs. Sometimes a bit crowded, has a muddy/mulched section which can make ADA/stroller use a challenge, but otherwise lovely. Enjoy!
You can actually ride this trail completely around Fresh Pond, though it isn't all paved. Even better, it is a central location from which you can access other paths. The Minuteman Trail and Somerville Greenway are both a short jaunt from here all on paths. Once the Cambridge-Watertown path is completed (Real Soon Now) you'll have a straight shot with minimal road crossings onto the Charles River path system. The park headquarters, with rest rooms, water, and information, make it even better.
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