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Massachusetts
Middlesex Canal Trail
2.3 mi
Distance
252 ft
Gain
53 min
Time
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 2.3 mi
- Elevation gain
- 252 ft
- Elevation loss
- 250 ft
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About this trail
The Middlesex Canal Trail is a scenic point-to-point route that follows the historic towpath of the 19th-century Middlesex Canal through Massachusetts. This relatively flat, easy walk traces the remnants of an important early American waterway, offering hikers a chance to explore both natural beauty and industrial heritage. The trail winds through wooded sections and along the canal corridor, providing a peaceful journey through the region's history.
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