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Minuteman Bikeway – Lexington Battle Green loop from Lexington

Minuteman Bikeway – Lexington Battle Green loop from Lexington

Moderate

3.4

(25)

riders

Minuteman Bikeway – Lexington Battle Green loop from Lexington

02:00

32.5km

140m

Gravel riding

Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 29.8 km for 307 m

After 30.2 km for 72 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.91 km

Minuteman Bikeway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Minuteman Bikeway is a 10-mile paved rail-trail in Greater Boston, which follows the historic path of the 1775 American Revolution's beginnings. Stretching from Bedford to the Alewife Station in Cambridge, the bikeway passes through Lexington and Arlington, connecting bikers and pedestrians to subways and bus lines, all while reducing local car traffic. Popular for recreation as well as transportation, it features landmarks like Alewife Brook Reservation, Spy Pond, the Lexington Battle Green, and Arlington’s Great Meadows.

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6.76 km

Bedford Railroad Depot

Highlight • Historical Site

interesssing for railway fans

Tip by

7.85 km

Start of Reformatory Branch Trail

Highlight • Trail

Any gravel bike or a road bike with gravel tires will do.

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11.0 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 reserve offers visitors many landscapes and habitats to explore while enjoying many activities throughout the year such as hiking, snowshoeing, fishing, hunting and boating on the Sudbury and Concord Rivers.

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11.3 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 marshes and beautiful lotuses that bloom in summer. There are a few short trails and a path leading to the Concord River with benches, which are ideal for relaxing and taking in the scenery. It's a favorite spot for families and photographers, with an observation tower that provides excellent views. Parking is free but limited, with clean restrooms (closed in winter) and a port-a-potty available.

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12.4 km

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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19.8 km

Battle Road Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Minuteman Trail, also known as the Battle Road Trail, is a historic pathway in the Minute Man National Historical Park, spanning Concord, Lincoln, and Lexington, Massachusetts. This 5-mile trail follows the route taken by British troops and colonial militiamen during the opening battles of the American Revolutionary War on April 19, 1775. The trail features several key historical sites, including the Hartwell Tavern, Captain William Smith House, and the site of Paul Revere’s capture. It winds through scenic woods, fields, and wetlands, providing visitors with a mix of history and natural beauty. Interpretive signs along the route detail the events of the fateful day, making it a popular destination for walking, running, and cycling. Although you can do it on a road bike, a gravel bike or hardtail might be more comfortable.

Tip by

30.1 km

Parker Meadow

Nature Reserve

31.2 km

Lexington Battle Green

Highlight • Historical Site

Lexington's Battle Green is the exact location of the the Battle that took place on the morning of April 19, 1775.

It was at this site that the opening shots of the Battles of Lexington and Concord were fired on April 19, 1775, starting the American Revolutionary War.

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32.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

13.0 km

7.84 km

4.75 km

3.69 km

1.97 km

1.28 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

18.6 km

9.85 km

2.77 km

1.01 km

272 m

Elevation

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Monday 13 July

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17°C

48 %

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Bedford Railroad Depot

Start of Reformatory Branch Trail

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Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge – Concord Unit

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