Cochituate Rail Trail – Cochituate Rail Trail loop from West Natick

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Massachusetts

Middlesex County

Cochituate Rail Trail – Cochituate Rail Trail loop from West Natick

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Cochituate Rail Trail – Cochituate Rail Trail loop from West Natick

01:06

18.8km

70m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 4.00 km for 88 m

After 14.8 km for 88 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.01 km

Cochituate Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Perfectly paved rail trail connecting Natick and Saxonville. The trail leads along Lake Cochituate and offers quiet nature and even some nice views.

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6.59 km

Lake Cochituate

Highlight • Lake

Comprising three ponds, this park has trails that meander around the ponds, picnic areas, a small beach, and even offers rentals for kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and sailboats.

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6.72 km

Lake Cochituate (Middle Pond)

Highlight • Lake

There are three ponds that make up Lake Cochituate: North, South, and Middle. All of these ponds are within Cochituate State Park. Middle Pond is the most popular pond for …

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7.16 km

Cochituate State Park comprises three ponds: North, South, and Middle, forming Lake Cochituate. Middle Pond, in particular, is bustling with various water activities such as kayaking and boating. The pond …

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8.41 km

Cochituate Brook Reservation

Highlight • Trail

Acquired in 1964, this 27-acre area features some pleasant trails with a dam that forms Lake Cochituate. The trails offer panoramic views of the lake throughout.

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9.42 km