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Nashua River Rail Trail – Nashua River Rail Trail loop from Terrell Homestead Conservation Area

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Nashua River Rail Trail – Nashua River Rail Trail loop from Terrell Homestead Conservation Area

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Nashua River Rail Trail – Nashua River Rail Trail loop from Terrell Homestead Conservation Area

01:54

32.5km

100m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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52 m

Nashua River Trailhead

Highlight • Trail

From here all the way south to Ayer, this 12.5 miles trail follows the course of the Nashua River through J. Harry State Forest. Calm and tree-dimmed light make the way a real treat.

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62 m

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 to do training runs.

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1.38 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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6.91 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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13.9 km

Knowles Siding Conservation Area

Highlight • Forest

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 a natural state that you won't even find maintained trails on it.

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16.3 km

Groton School Pond

Highlight • Lake

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 fishing on the pond with largemouth bass being the likely catch.

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17.2 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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26.7 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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32.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

31.9 km

550 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

26.3 km

6.14 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 20 May

31°C

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63 %

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Nashua River Rail Trail – Nashua River Rail Trail loop from Terrell Homestead Conservation Area

Nashua River Trailhead

Nashua River Rail Trail

Nashua River Rail Trail

Nashua River Rail Trail

Knowles Siding Conservation Area

Groton School Pond

Nashua River Rail Trail

Nashua River Rail Trail

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