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West Dike Trail loop from Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge

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West Dike Trail loop from Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge

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(2557)

7,391

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West Dike Trail loop from Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge

00:48

13.0km

10m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: July 15, 2026

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Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge

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2.22 km

Park entrance - Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge

Highlight • Natural Monument

If you're on a bike (or if you were walking), you can enter the refuge for free! Just pay attention to signage about where cycling is and isn't allowed. For trails where cycling isn't allowed, there will usually be a bike rack so you can lock your bike up, explore the trail on foot, then cycle back on your way.

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5.70 km

West Dike Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Though not paved this hard packed gravel track is doable on pretty much any bike. If you've ridden out this far you owe to yourself to venture out and see all of the wonderful landscapes and wildlife this area has to offer.

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.86 km

2.47 km

635 m

Surfaces

9.07 km

3.11 km

790 m

Elevation

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Thursday 16 July

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