Reformatory Branch Trail – Great Meadows Lookout Tower loop from Concord

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United States

Massachusetts

Middlesex County

Reformatory Branch Trail – Great Meadows Lookout Tower loop from Concord

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hikers

Reformatory Branch Trail – Great Meadows Lookout Tower loop from Concord

02:00

7.88km

20m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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890 m

Reformatory Branch Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Reformatory Branch Trail, ideal for gravel bikes connects the historic towns of Bedford and Concord along a nearly 4-mile dirt road through wildlife refuges that ends a short distance from the North Bridge.

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2.24 km

Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge – Concord Unit

Highlight • Natural

The Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is a 12-mile wetland conservation area and home to a large variety of birds and turtles. A well-maintained trail circles the pond's perimeter with …

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2.51 km

Great Meadow Park Common Land

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here is a beautiful view of the Great Meadows. This National Wildlife Refuge, is one of the eight sanctuaries that make up the Eastern Massachusetts National Wildlife Refuge complex.

This …

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3.57 km

White Pine Forest

Forest

4.09 km

Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

Highlight • Natural

Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge, in Concord, is a vital haven for migratory birds and diverse wildlife. Spanning 3,800 acres, it offers picturesque wetlands, walking trails, and a chance to connect with nature.

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5.22 km

Main Dike at Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge

Highlight • Structure

Park your bike in the parking lot and walk the 5 minutes here...

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5.65 km

Great Meadows Lookout Tower

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Lookout Tower is a fantastic viewing area overlooking the expansive wetlands. There is a small telescope available to observe the local wildlife. If you visit in the spring, you'll …

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7.88 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.77 km

3.00 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.09 km

2.54 km