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Nashua River Rail Trail – Nashua River Rail Trail loop from Ayer

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Nashua River Rail Trail – Nashua River Rail Trail loop from Ayer

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Nashua River Rail Trail – Nashua River Rail Trail loop from Ayer

04:13

67.1km

570m

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: May 29, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 41.7 km for 344 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.15 km

Mitchell Conservation Area

Nature Reserve

7.96 km

Longley Farm Conservation Area

Nature Reserve

14.4 km

Hickory Hills Lake

Highlight • Lake

Hickory Hills Lake is a private lake owned and maintained by the local community and residents. However, Townsend Harbour Road skirts the eastern flank of the lake, and this is …

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22.9 km

Squannacook River Reservoir

Lake

52.2 km

Pepperell Covered Bridge

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Classic New England.

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52.5 km

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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57.1 km

Shepley Hill Forest Trail

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A nice wooded path up to the peak of Shepley Hill. The path is well covered by trees, so it can be a nice break from the heat.

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61.0 km

Knowles Siding Conservation Area

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This stretch of conservation land abuts the Nashua River Rail Trail. You're free to explore the land if you want to hop off your bike, but it's kept in such …

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61.6 km

Nashua River Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This paved rail trail winds through a wealth of green space and water bodies. Watch out for unexpected wildlife sightings!

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63.4 km

Groton School Pond

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The Nashua Rail Trail passes right over Groton School Pond and its a popular resting place. Take a break for some peace and quiet in nature. You may see people …

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67.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

26.3 km

22.7 km

14.6 km

1.76 km

1.22 km

493 m

Surfaces

44.2 km

21.6 km

1.32 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 15 July

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Nashua River Rail Trail – Nashua River Rail Trail loop from Ayer

Hickory Hills Lake

Pepperell Covered Bridge

Nashua River Rail Trail

Shepley Hill Forest Trail

Knowles Siding Conservation Area

Nashua River Rail Trail

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