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Cape Cod Rail Trail, Cape Cod

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#2 of 59 in Trails in Massachusetts
Hiking Trail · Nature / Park
Take a ride through the little towns that lie on the 35 km (22 mi) long Cape Cod Rail Trail. Bought by the state of Massachusetts in 1976, the former railroad route extends trails from other states through six towns, making it a unique adventure. Take a stroll or bike on the trail and see the American life from a new angle. You can get off at any of the trail stops, many of which strech into spacious beaches. Using our international travel planner, Brewster attractions like Cape Cod Rail Trail can form part of a personalized travel itinerary.
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  • By jusmike
    This is such a great idea. It's a well paved bike path that is accessible to almost anyone. I wish there were more of them.  more »
  • By docbutch
    The Cape Cod Bike Trail is very similar to the Greenway in Minneapolis as it has been converted from an old railroad line to a paved bike path. There is access to the trail from the Atlantic Oaks...  more »
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