Nara Park – Acton loop from West Concord

Nara Park – Acton loop from West Concord

Easy

2.9

(10)

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Nara Park – Acton loop from West Concord

00:42

18.2km

40m

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 accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.01 km

Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Marker

Highlight • Cycleway

Acton was founded in 1639. During the American Revolutionary War, The town hired soldiers to fight the English.

The Faulkner House testifies to the rich past of the city. It …

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3.26 km

Snapping Turtle at Ice House Pond

Highlight • Lake

When it comes to autumn colours, Ice House Pond in Acton is simply like a picture postcard. Served by the nearby Bruce Freeman Rail Trail and a plethora of hiking trails, this is a beautiful and tranquil place to be.

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7.42 km

Nara Park

Highlight • Parking

7.70 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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7.71 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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10.5 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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15.3 km

Acton

Highlight • Settlement

Acton was founded in 1639. During the American Revolutionary War, The town hired soldiers to fight the English.

The Faulkner House testifies to the rich past of the city. It …

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18.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.9 km

302 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

17.9 km

336 m