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Featured bike path
Central Massachusetts
Blackstone River Bikeway -
Massachusetts 
Rt. 122A Millbury
Millbury St. Worcester
The Millbury portion of the Blackstone River Bikeway is the only
portion completed so far in Massachusetts. Running for about 6 Miles
just south of Worcester, it's a great trail for a short leisurely ride.
The trail parallels the blackstone river and will eventually run from
Worcester to Providence. A map of the interim on/off road route is
available at blackstoneriverbikeway.com
Western
Massachusetts Bike Paths
Ashuwillticook Rail Trail
Lanesborough, Cheshire, and Adams 413 442-8928
The Ashuwillticook Rail Trail is a former railroad corridor converted
into a 10-foot wide paved universally accessible path. The
Ashuwillticook Rail Trail runs parallel to Route 8 through the towns of
Cheshire, Lanesborough and Adams, Massachusetts. The southern end of
the Trail begins at the entrance to the Berkshire Mall off Rte. 8 in
Lanesborough and travels 11 miles north to the center of Adams. Parking
lots and restrooms are available along the way.
The Trail passes through the Hoosac River Valley, between Mt. Greylock
and the Hoosac Mountains. Cheshire Reservoir, the Hoosac River, and
associated wetland communities flank much of the trail offering
outstanding views and abundant wildlife. The word Ashuwillticook
(ash-oo-will-ti-cook) is from the Native American name for the south
branch of the Hoosic River and literally means "at the in-between
pleasant river," or in common tongue, "the pleasant river in between
the hills." The name was adopted for the trail as a way to reconnect
people to local history and the natural environment.
A full review of this bike path is available at MassDCR.
Central Massachusetts Bike Paths
Norwottuck Rail Trail
Damon Rd. Northampton 413 586-8706 ext. 12
The Norwottock Rail Trail is an 8.5 mile path linking Northampton,
Hadley, and Amherst along the former Boston & Main Railroad
right-of-way. The path's level terrain provides safe passage for
pedestrians, wheelchairs, joggers, skaters, bicyclists, and
cross-country skier of all ages and abilities. Motorized vehicles and
horses are prohibited. Both ends of the path offer free parking for
trail users - Elwell State Park on Damon Road in Northampton and
Station Road in South Amherst. Public restrooms are available at the
parking area at Elwell Recreation Area.
A full review of this bike path is available at MassDCR.
West Boylston Rail Trail
West Boylston and Holden
508-829-3954 (Wachusett Greenways)
This lovely 3-mile section of trail on the rail bed follows the
Quinapoxet River, crossing the Charlotte Kaplan and Jeremiah Kaplan
Bridges to reach River Street, Holden. The trail has a smooth stone
dust surface that is excellent for walkers, cyclists, and nonmotorized
recreation.
To reach the trail park at Thomas Street adjacent to the Quinapoxet
River just off Route 140 in West Boylston. (From I-190 take Exit 5,
Route 140 south one mile. Where 140 bears left over causeway, continue
straight ahead to first parking area on the right.)
A map of this bike path, directions, and more information are available at Wachusett Greenways. Below the map on this page, scroll down to number 3 for this section of trail.
Blackstone River Bikeway
- Massachusetts
Rt. 122A Millbury
Millbury St. Worcester
The Millbury portion of the Blackstone River Bikeway is the only
portion completed so far in Massachusetts. Running for about 6 Miles
just south of Worcester, it's a great trail for a short leisurely ride.
The trail parallels the blackstone river and will eventually run from
Worcester to Providence. A map of the interim on/off road route is
available at blackstoneriverbikeway.com
Eastern
Massachusetts Bike Paths
Nashua River Rail Trail
Ayer, Groton, Pepperell and Dunstable 978-597-8802
The Nashua River Rail Trail is a former railroad right of way that
travels 11 miles through the towns of Ayer, Groton, Pepperell and
Dunstable. The trail offers a 10-foot wide paved surface for the entire
length, and a five-foot wide gravel equestrian path for seven miles of
the trail from Groton Center to the New Hampshire boarder in Dunstable.
The entire trail is open to pedestrians, bicyclists, inline skaters,
wheelchairs, and cross-country skiers.
The Nashua River Rail Trail travels along a varied landscape, offers
numerous scenic overlooks, opportunities to see wildlife and has
several resting stops. The trail is particularly attractive during fall
foliage season. The Ayer trailhead offers access to commuter rail
service between Boston and Fitchburg.
A full review of this bike path is available at MassDCR.
Maudslay State Park 
Curzon Mill Rd. Newburyport 978 465-7223
The former Moseley family estate on the Merrimack River, this park
features 19th century gardens and plantings, rolling meadows, towering
pines, and one of the largest naturally-occurring stands of mountain
laurel in Massachusetts. Most breathtaking are the ornamental trees and
masses of azaleas and rhododendrons that bloom in May and June. An
exquisite place for walking, biking, horseback riding and informal
picnics. Special Use Permits may be obtained for wedding ceremonies and
similar programs.
Cultural events are a regular feature during the summer. During the
winter a portion of the park is off limits due to roosting bald eagles,
but the remainder provides excellent cross country skiing and winter
walks.
The Parking Fee at Maudslay State Park is $2.00. Annual Passes are
available for purchase.
A full review of this bike path is available at MassDCR.
Cape
Cod Bike Paths
Cape Cod Rail Trail 
Dennis and Wellfleet 508 896-3491
The Cape Cod Rail Trail follows a former railroad right-of-way for 22
miles through the towns of Dennis, Harwich, Brewster, Orleans, Eastham
and Wellfleet. Its paved surface, few hills, and well-marked automobile
crossings make it ideal for cyclists. The trail has a wide unpaved
shoulder on one side to accommodate horseback riding, walkers, and
runners.
There are many opportunities to get off the trail and visit a beach.
Food and water are also readily available and public restrooms can be
found at Nickerson State Park, Salt Pond Visitors Center at Cape Cod
National Seashore and the National Seashore Headquarters. If you do not
have a bike, bike rentals are available at many points along the way.
For people with disabilities, a limited number of hand-cycles are
available for rent at specific bike concessions. For more information
call Nickerson State Park at 508-896-3491.
A full review of this bike path is available at MassDCR.
Boston
Area Bike Paths
Stony Brook Bike Path 
Turtle Pond Parkway, West Roxbury, and Hyde Park 617-698-1802
Open year-round, dawn to dusk. Enneking, Dedham and Turtle Pond
Parkways wind through extensive tree covered hills, valleys,
rock-outcroppings and wetlands; past Turtle Pond and into Hyde Park.
Stony Brook Reservation contains 475 acres of scenic landscapes and a
variety of recreational facilities.
Ten to twelve miles of hiking trails and bicycle paths meander through
the quiet, forested portion of the reservation. Sunfish and Perch swim
in the fresh waters of Turtle Pond, an easily accessible spot for
fishing. In the Reservation's southern section are soccer and baseball
fields, tennis courts, picnic areas , an ice skating rink, and a pool.
A special feature is the John F. Thompson Center, New England's first
recreational facility designed specifically to accommodate handicapped
visitors. Reservations for the Thompson Center can be made by calling
617-361-6161.
A full review of this bike path is available at MassDCR.
Mystic River Bike Path 
Medford, Somerville, and Everett 617-727-5380
Open year round, dawn to dusk. The banks of the Mystic River are almost
entirely publicly owned, from the Amelia Earhart Dam at the mouth of
the Mystic Lakes, making it one of the Commonwealth's best protected
streams. The river has been much altered since the 1800's when its
shores were largely saltmarsh.
A full review of this bike path is available at MassDCR.
Lower Neponset River Trail
Neponset District 617-727-5290
Open year-round, dawn to dusk. The Lower Neponset River Trail follows
the path of a former railroad bed along the shore of the Neponset
River. Traversing a rich variety of historical and ecological contexts,
the 2.4 mile path serves to link the Neponset area to the larger
network of MDC trails. The trail currently stretches from the historic
Port Norfolk neighborhood in Dorchester, through Pope John Paul II
Park, across Granite Avenue through the Neponset Marshes, and through
the Lower Mills area to Central Avenue in Milton. In the future
connections are planned from Central Avenue to Mattapan and from Port
Norfolk to Commercial Point, linking to existing trails to Castle
Island.
A full review of this bike path is available at MassDCR.
Rhode
Island Bike Paths
Blackstone River Bikeway
Woonsocket and Lincoln 401-723-7892
The Blackstone River Bikeway is scheduled to be a 17.1 mile by 12-foot
wide scenic bike-path under construction by the Department of
Environmental Management (DEM) and the Department of Transportation
(DOT).
The southern end of the Blackstone River Bikeway will eventually link
to the popular East Bay Bike Path, making a continuous 31.9 mile route
for alternative transportation.
A full review of this bike path and directions are available at RIParks.
East Bay Bike Path 
Providence and Bristol 401-253-7482
The East Bay Bike path is a 14.5 mile, 10 foot wide, ribbon of asphalt
that provides a safe place for unobstructed cycling. Users can enjoy
the sights, sounds and smells as the path takes them by coves and
marshes, over bridges, and through State Parks. This Bike Path's
southern tip will eventually link-up to the Blackstone Bikeway
(presently under construction). The path stretches from Providence to
Bristol along the abandoned railroad line. For the greater part of it's
length, it passes along or near the shore of Narragansett Bay.
A full review of this bike path and directions are available at RIParks.
