Mascoma Lake – Northern Rail Trail loop from Enfield

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Mascoma Lake – Northern Rail Trail loop from Enfield

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Mascoma Lake – Northern Rail Trail loop from Enfield

04:12

60.3km

510m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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962 m

Abandoned Mill in Enfield

Highlight • Monument

5.31 km

Mascoma River

Lake

9.84 km

Goose Pond

Highlight • Lake

Goose Pond, formerly Crystal Lake/Sylvan Lake was once a vital water source for firefighting efforts. Despite ceasing its use for the town's water needs in the 1930s, it earned its …

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14.8 km

Marshall Brook Natural Area

Nature Reserve

16.6 km

The Dismal at Pressey Brook

Nature Reserve

25.4 km

Lyme Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Scenic New England road that follows the river. There is a wide shoulder for cyclists to use in either direction.

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30.9 km

Here, you'll enjoy stunning views of the Connecticut River as you journey along Lyme Road. This is a lightly trafficked route that runs alongside the river, connecting Hanover to the surrounding areas.

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54.9 km

Mill Parcel

Highlight • Historical Site

Full of history, this area features remnants of an 18th-century slate mill and the Rail Trail, where you can observe remains of the railroad. The Mascoma River runs alongside, providing stunning views of the water.

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56.8 km

Mascoma Lake

Highlight • Lake

Mascoma Lake is a 1,150-acre near Lebanon, New Hampshire. It is a popular spot for swimming and there are great views of the lake from the Northern Rail Trail.

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57.9 km

Northern Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This is a fantastic multi-use rail trail. It follows the path where the old Northern Line of the Boston and Maine Railroad used to be. The State of New Hampshire took over this area in 1996.

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60.3 km

End point

Bus stop

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