The Top 18 Attractions around Methuen
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Methuen. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Methuen is a region where 18
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 13, 2025
Windham Rail Trail
Highlight • Cycleway
The Windham Rail Trail is a 4 mile long paved trail. It is completely free from traffic, so is a great place for a family bike ride or walk.
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Bates Bridge Over the Merrimack River
Highlight • Bridge
Bates Bridge spans the Merrimack River, connecting the neighborhood of Groveland. This large bridge links well-connected areas of Haverhill, traversing both urban zones and parks with river views, making it a good route for a smooth ride around the city.
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Benson’s Ice Cream
Highlight • Cafe
A traditional ice cream shop that has been trading for over 90 years! Stop and grab a cone as you ride through.
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Solstice stones on Holt Hill
Highlight • Monument
These stones at the crown of Holt Hill mark the cardinal points of the compass, along with the places where the sun sets and rises on the summer and winter …
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Winnekenni Castle
Highlight • Castle
Winnekenni Castle was constructed in 1875 by Dr. James R. Nichols, a local physician and inventor. Originally a summer residence, the castle changed ownership multiple times before being acquired by …
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Groveland Community Trail (Groveland Rail Trail)
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
Brand new (in 2024) Rail Trail in Groveland. It goes through some woods with just 1 big intersection. Hopefully they keep expanding to meet up with the Bradford Rail Trail and the Georgetown Rail Trail
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Wetland Area on Winter Street
Highlight (Segment) • Natural
Winter Street passes through the Harold Parker State Forest. Within the forest there are 35 miles of trails, so if you are combining hiking with cycling this could be a …
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Lowell
Highlight • Settlement
The history of the City of Lowell dates back to 1820, when the population barely exceeded 200. Three years later, the first spinning mill was built and textile goods were …
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Kenoza Lake
Highlight • Lake
Kenoza Lake is the largest lake at the center of Winnekenni Park. There are several hiking trails around this lake, but fishing, boating, hunting, bathing, wading, swimming, and ice-related activities …
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Shawsheen River Dam
Highlight • Structure
Nice view of building and water from the road, but go down Dale Street to the parking lot for full view of the dam.
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Concord River Greenway
Highlight (Segment) • River
Lowell is working to build out a path along the concord river. Several nice waterfalls and nice architecture around. In the spring you can go whitewater rafting here with Zoar Outdoor
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