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Nasketucket Creek – Fort Phoenix loop from West Island

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Massachusetts

Bristol County

Nasketucket Creek – Fort Phoenix loop from West Island

Moderate

3.4

(10)

riders

Nasketucket Creek – Fort Phoenix loop from West Island

02:02

35.8km

110m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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1.07 km

Beach

9.19 km

Nasketucket Creek

Highlight • River

As you traverse the East Coast Greenway, the view of Nasketucket Creek unfolds like a tranquil painting. Lush greenery lines the creek's banks, framing its gentle flow. Wildlife may be spotted amidst the serene waters, offering a peaceful retreat for cyclists along this scenic route.

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9.73 km

Phoenix Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Phoenix Rail Trail is a flat, paved trail that runs from Fairhaven to Mattapoisett. The trail is 4.5 miles long and runs through forests, marshes, and some suburban neighborhoods.

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12.7 km

Mattapoisett River Bridge (Phoenix Rail Trail)

Highlight • Bridge

Top notch views, one of the finest sections of trail in the state

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13.3 km

Decas Lot

Nature Reserve

13.9 km

Mattapoisett River - Rest Area

Highlight • Rest Area

With a picnic bench and a lovely view of the Mattapoisett River, this spot is great for a mid ride picnic or a quick break off of the bike.

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14.5 km

Abraham Tinkham Preserve

Nature Reserve

22.8 km

Fort Phoenix

Highlight • Historical Site

Fort Phoenix in Fairhaven, Massachusetts, has safeguarded the region since its construction in 1775. Initially erected as a colonial defense against British forces, it played a crucial role in the American Revolution. Over time, it evolved into a cherished historic site, symbolizing the area's resilience and patriotic heritage.

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23.0 km

Fort Phoenix Beach Reservation - Fairhaven

Highlight • Beach

Fine view of New Bedford Harbor plus a pretty nice beach too

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35.8 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.7 km

15.2 km

4.79 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

30.1 km

4.87 km

399 m

365 m

Elevation

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Sunday 24 May

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Nasketucket Creek – Fort Phoenix loop from West Island

Nasketucket Creek

Phoenix Rail Trail

Mattapoisett River Bridge (Phoenix Rail Trail)

Mattapoisett River - Rest Area

Fort Phoenix

Fort Phoenix Beach Reservation - Fairhaven

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