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Nashua River Rail Trail – Nashua River Rail Trail loop from Shepley Hill

Nashua River Rail Trail – Nashua River Rail Trail loop from Shepley Hill

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Nashua River Rail Trail – Nashua River Rail Trail loop from Shepley Hill

01:00

19.5km

60m

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: July 1, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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55 m

Nashua River Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

There is a nice, new, and large parking lot at the Ayer end. It crosses a few busy roads, so be aware of this if you bring young kids.

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4.33 km

Pepperell Covered Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Classic New England.

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5.44 km

Nashua River Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Nashua River Rail Trail is a paved trail that was constructed on an old railbed. It is completely traffic free, so it is a great place for a relaxed walk.

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9.96 km

Nashua River Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Nashua river rail trail is a paved green way over an old rail way where one can have a pleasant bicycle ride while enjoying the quiet surroundings.

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19.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.6 km

482 m

345 m

Surfaces

17.7 km

1.67 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 8 July

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Pepperell Covered Bridge

Nashua River Rail Trail

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