Heart Pond – Nara Park loop from Chelmsford

Heart Pond – Nara Park loop from Chelmsford

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Heart Pond – Nara Park loop from Chelmsford

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21.8km

70m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

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Parking

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990 m

Bruce Freeman Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Spanning approximately 25 miles, the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail features a fully paved route throughout its length. Connecting various towns and communities across Massachusetts, it provides access to adjacent trails …

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4.23 km

Heart Pond

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Heart Pond is a freshwater kettle pond in Chelmsford, but borders the town of Westford. This is a popular swimming spot in the summer and a great place to pause …

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7.00 km

Gravel Path - Acton Road to Bruce Freeman Rail Trail

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One of the nice parts during the trip

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9.25 km

Bruce Freeman Rail Trail

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This 25-mile trail traces the route of the old New Haven Railroad Framingham & Lowell line. The trail is 10 feet wide and paved, offering a scenic running experience as …

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10.7 km

Nathaniel Allen Recreation Area Lake

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The Nathaniel Allen Recreation Area is located at 25 Ledge Rock Way in Acton . The park is open year-round from sunrise to sunset and staffed seasonally from Memorial Day weekend through late August.

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11.0 km

Nara Park

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11.2 km

Nara Pond

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Nara Pond is the centerpiece of Nara Park. You can jog on a cool boardwalk that circles around the water, or you can stick to the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail.

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