Acton – Old North Bridge loop from West Concord

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Acton – Old North Bridge loop from West Concord

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Acton – Old North Bridge loop from West Concord

02:34

43.0km

280m

Cycling

Moderate bike 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 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 39.3 km for 63 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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9.14 km

Acton

Highlight • Settlement

Acton was founded in 1639. During the American Revolutionary War, The town hired soldiers to fight the English.

The Faulkner House testifies to the rich past of the city. It …

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9.40 km

Snapping Turtle at Ice House Pond

Highlight • Lake

When it comes to autumn colours, Ice House Pond in Acton is simply like a picture postcard. Served by the nearby Bruce Freeman Rail Trail and a plethora of hiking trails, this is a beautiful and tranquil place to be.

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17.5 km

Acton St. Realty

Nature Reserve

23.1 km

Great Brook Farm

Highlight (Segment) • Settlement

Great Brook Farm sits on a state park in the town of Carlisle. It is the only state park that has an active dairy farm.

A shop selling artisanal ice cream is located on the property.

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34.6 km

Brewster Ridge Conservation Restriction

Nature Reserve

37.9 km

Minute Man Monument

Highlight • Monument

The Minute Man Monument in stands as a powerful symbol of American resistance during the Revolutionary War. This bronze statue, unveiled in 1875, depicts a minuteman ready for battle, honoring those who fought for independence in the American Revolution.

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38.0 km

Old North Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

The Old North Bridge, located in Concord, Massachusetts, holds significant historical importance as the site of the first American victory in the Revolutionary War. On April 19, 1775, colonial militia …

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39.2 km