Shining Sea Bikeway – Trunk River Beach loop from Cotuit

Shining Sea Bikeway – Trunk River Beach loop from Cotuit

Moderate

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Shining Sea Bikeway – Trunk River Beach loop from Cotuit

03:56

93.4km

480m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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After 11.9 km for 1.31 km

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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17.0 km

Conservation Land

Nature Reserve

26.3 km

View of Falmouth Inner Harbor

Highlight • Viewpoint

Deacons Avenue takes you right along the waterfront of Falmouth Inner Harbor. There are even benches along the side of the road where you can sit and watch the boats come and go or take in the relaxing movement of the harbored boats on the opposite bank.

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30.8 km

Surf Drive Beach (Falmouth Beach)

Highlight • Beach

Surf Drive Beach is a just off of the road on the narrow strip between the ocean and Salt Pond. There is soft sand, calm surf, short rock jetties, and great views over the Vineyard Sound. Since it's just a few yards off the road, it's a great beach to enjoy on your ride. Surf Drive also intersects with the Shining Sea Bikeway just a short distance west of here, making it easily accessible by bike.

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31.6 km

Oyster Pond

Highlight • Lake

Oyster Pond is a scenic salt pond right off the Shining Sea Bike path.
It is comprised of a series of kettle ponds that flooded at the end of the last glacial period. Additionally, it is one of the most studied ponds for its size, in large part due to its proximity to several major science institutions at the world-famous Woods Hole.

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31.8 km

Shining Sea Bikeway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Shining Sea Bikeway, near Falmouth, offers cyclists a scenic journey along Cape Cod's coastline. Stretching for 10 miles, it winds through picturesque landscapes, including salt marshes, cranberry bogs, and sandy beaches. Cyclists can enjoy views of Martha's Vineyard Sound and pass by historic sites like the former train depot in Woods Hole. With gentle terrain and stunning vistas, it's a must-ride route for cycling enthusiasts of all levels.

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32.1 km

Trunk River Beach

Highlight • Beach

Trunk River Beach is a fantastic public beach located right off of the Shining Sea Bike Path. This scenic spot is an excellent place to walk to bike to and is very close to the downtown. Although this beach is on the smaller side, it is an incredibly beautiful place to sunbathe, swim, look for shells, and enjoy a classic Cape Cod vista.

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35.1 km

Nobska Point Light

Highlight • Monument

The Nobska Point Lighthouse was first constructed in 1828. The 40-foot tall cast iron lighthouse on the green hill that still stands today was built in 1876 and is an iconic part of the Falmouth coastline. Although it is no longer a working lighthouse, you can still visit the site and explore the lighthouse for free. There is a museum and guided tours during the summer season. This beautiful lighthouse is well-worth a visit; even if the lighthouse wasn't there, Nobska Point offers stunning views across Falmouth and over the bright blue waters of the Vineyard Sound. On most days you can actually see all the way to Martha's Vineyard!

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41.0 km

Miles Pond

Lake

43.4 km

Sippewissett Road

Highlight • Cycleway

A lovely stretch of road running along Little Sippewissett Marsh surrounded by rich vegetation and spaced out houses. The road has mild hills but nothing so steep that you are unable to keep the pace up.

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48.0 km

Great Sippewissett Marsh

Highlight • Natural

The Shining Sea Bikeway passes over some glorious wetlands, such as here at the Great Sippewissett Marsh. It's an important ecosystem in Buzzards Bay and is said to be one of the most researched salt marshes around.

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