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The Squannacook River Rail Trail is 3.7 miles long, from Depot St in the center of Townsend, MA, to the Bertozzi Wildlife Management Area in Groton, MA. The trail occupies the Greenville Branch of the Boston and Maine Railroad. The non-profit Squannacook Greenways, which leased the corridor from the Massachusetts Bay Transit Authority, built and maintains the rail trail.
The trail is a 10-foot wide crushed stone surface suitable for all bicycles, walking, and horseback riding. It is adjacent to the Squannacook River State Forest and many hiking trails that access the Squannacook River. The last phase of the rail-trail was completed in the spring of 2024.
Parking is available at the intersection of Depot Street and Center Street (1 Center St, Townsend).
Super well Maintained gravel. Nice views in south side of trail, but the view on northern side is kind of industrial. Trees are gorgeous in the fall. Hope they extend this soon!
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