Chatham Light Beach – Mitchell River Drawbridge loop from Town Forest

Chatham Light Beach – Mitchell River Drawbridge loop from Town Forest

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Chatham Light Beach – Mitchell River Drawbridge loop from Town Forest

01:14

28.4km

160m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 19, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 16.7 km for 165 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.89 km

Indian Hill Road Conservation Area

Highlight • Forest

Once an Algonquin agricultural site for growing crops like corn, squash, beans, pumpkins and sunflowers, the open space just north of the trail is now full of wetlands, meadows, woods …

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4.82 km

Chatham Airport

Highlight • Rest Area

11.8 km

Chatham Light Beach

Highlight • Beach

The Chatham Light and Chatham Light Beach are on the"elbow" of Cape Cod and are an iconic part of the area. The lighthouse is still in operation by the U.S. …

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13.9 km

Morris Island Loop Trail, Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge

Highlight • Trail

Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge offers a serene escape into coastal beauty. Explore diverse ecosystems, spot birds, and enjoy scenic views in this slice of Cape Cod paradise.

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16.8 km

Mitchell River Drawbridge

Highlight • Bridge

The new Mitchell River Drawbridge was completed in 2016. The previous historic drawbridge was one of the wooden bridges that have spanned Mill Pond and its access to Stage Harbor …

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17.9 km

View of Stage Harbor

Highlight • Viewpoint

There is a nice view of Stage Harbor from this point. As you continue down Champlain road, you will be able to see lots of recreational boats and local fishing happening along the bay.

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18.0 km

Champlain road - accent/descent

Highlight • Climb

Ascent/ descent with great water views

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24.3 km

Samuel Hawes Park

Highlight • Forest

Samuel Hawes Park is a small nature preserve just southeast of the small Chatham Municipal Airport. There are nature trails around the property that take you to three small ponds …

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28.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

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