Cape Cod Rail Trail Locations

Ashuwillticook Rail Trail 

Ashuwillticook Rail Trail, Lanesborough, MA 01224

Directions 

(413) 442-8928

The Ashuwillticook Rail Trail is a old railroad track converted into a 10-foot wide paved trail. The trail runs 11.2 miles through the towns of Cheshire, Lanesborough and Adams. Cheshire Reservoir, and the Hoosic River offer outstanding views of the scenery and wildlife. Parking lots and restrooms are available at selected locations along the way.

Canalside Rail Trail 

2 Avenue A, Turners Falls, MA 01376

Directions 

(413) 863-3221

The Canalside Rail Trail follows the former rail bed for an easy-riding 3.7 miles. Follow the trail over the Connecticut River and along scenic views. The trail is also great for walking or even a picnic.

Nashua River Rail Trail 

Rt. 2A, Ayer, MA 01432

Directions 

(978) 597-8802

Explore the great outdoors along this 11 mile bike trail. During the fall months, enjoy the bright colors as the leaves change. Don't want to bike? The trail is also open to walking, rollerblading and horseback riding.

Nickerson State Park 

3488 Main St., Brewster, MA 02631

Directions 

(508) 896-3491

1,900-acre Nickerson State Park is located in Brewster, MA on Cape Cod. There's plenty of wooded trails and ponds to explore, and Nickerson also offers more than 400 campsites.

Norwottuck Rail Trail 

446 Damon Rd., Northampton, MA 01060

Directions 

(413) 586-8706 ext. 10

Ride down the Norwottuck Rail Trail and enjoy the scenic views along the way. Level paths allow you to enjoy the trail no matter your abilities.

South Cape Beach State Park 

668 Great Oak Road, Mashpee, MA 02649

Directions 

(508) 457-0495

Spend the day relaxing along South Cape Beach's mile of white sands.