Wompatuck State Park – Wompatuck State Park loop from Hingham
Wompatuck State Park – Wompatuck State Park loop from Hingham
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Wompatuck State Park – Wompatuck State Park loop from Hingham
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28.9km
180m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: April 3, 2026
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After 19.1 km for 384 m
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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2.77 km
Wompatuck State Park
Highlight • MTB Park
Tip by
3.50 km
Wompatuck State Park
Highlight • Forest
Tip by
14.3 km
Mount Blue Street
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
Tip by
19.3 km
Wompatuck South Field
Highlight • Forest
Tip by
28.9 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
13.0 km
11.3 km
4.25 km
379 m
Surfaces
28.4 km
358 m
< 100 m
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Description
If you're looking for a fantastic traffic-free road cycling experience near Hingham, the Wompatuck State Park – Wompatuck State Park loop from Hingham is definitely worth your time. This moderate 18.0-mile (28.9 km) route offers 576 feet (175 metres) of elevation gain, taking about 1 hour and 12 minutes to complete, making it an excellent choice for a relaxed yet rewarding ride for a wide range of fitness levels.
What to expect on Wompatuck State Park – Wompatuck State Park loop from Hingham
As you pedal through Wompatuck State Park, you'll find yourself immersed in expansive oak-conifer woodlands and hemlock groves. The terrain is mostly flat to gently rolling, though you'll encounter a medium-sized hill shortly after starting from the Hingham entrance on Leavitt Street. Beyond that, the paved trail offers a smooth ride past streams, ponds, and wetlands, with the 136-acre Aaron River Reservoir providing a beautiful scenic highlight. Keep an eye out for remnants of the park's past as a military ammunition depot, like decommissioned bunkers, adding a unique historical layer to your ride. This route is generally easy on the legs, making it suitable for almost any fitness level looking for a pleasant, traffic-free cycling escape.
Planning your visit
Planning your visit to Wompatuck State Park is straightforward. The park is easily accessible from Hingham, with entrances like the one at Leavitt Street providing direct access to the trail network. You'll appreciate the extensive network of traffic-free paved roads, ensuring a safe ride away from vehicles. Don't forget to fill up your water bottles at Mt. Blue Spring, which offers free, fresh drinking water along the way. The park is enjoyable year-round, but spring and fall offer particularly pleasant temperatures and vibrant scenery.
- Distance: 18.0 miles (28.9 km)
- Elevation gain: 576 feet (175 metres)
- Difficulty: moderate
- Estimated time: 1 hours and 12 minutes
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