Bruce Freeman Rail Trail – Heart Pond loop from Old Quarry

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Bruce Freeman Rail Trail – Heart Pond loop from Old Quarry

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(2184)

13,265

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Bruce Freeman Rail Trail – Heart Pond loop from Old Quarry

02:07

20.5km

80m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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7.39 km

Lt. Edward Hope Bovey Woodlot

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7.53 km

Bruce Freeman Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

One of the beautiful bike paths in the area of Boston

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12.1 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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18.5 km

Nara Pond

Highlight • Lake

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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18.5 km

Nathaniel Allen Recreation Area Lake

Highlight • Lake

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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18.5 km

Bruce Freeman Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

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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