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Mill Pond – Oxbow Lake loop from Howe Wildlife Sanctuary

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Hillsborough County

Mill Pond – Oxbow Lake loop from Howe Wildlife Sanctuary

Moderate

3.4

(23)

67

hikers

Mill Pond – Oxbow Lake loop from Howe Wildlife Sanctuary

02:03

7.99km

30m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

1

1.44 km

Mill Pond

Highlight • Lake

Mill Pond is a fishable pond right off the Nashua River. It is dammed by the Mine Falls Dam, a small hydroelectric energy dam. Kayaks can be put in on …

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2

3.12 km

Tow Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Very nice path that runs along the Nashua Power Canal. In the north part of the path, you have good views of the Nashua River.

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3

4.35 km

Tow Path

Highlight • Trail

Tow Path is one of many multi-use trails in Mine Falls Park. The park is completely surrounded by water. In the north you'll have beautiful vistas of the Nashua River …

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4

5.65 km

Oxbow Lake

Highlight • Lake

This park is perfect if you are looking for a getaway from the city. It is teeming with water and wildlife. The paths are easily accessible and the pavement is in very good condition.

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B

7.99 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.42 km

2.14 km

375 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.40 km

2.14 km

957 m

362 m

128 m

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