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Charles River Greenway - Newton to Lederman Park

Distance:
18.0 Miles / 29.0 km
Type:
Out-and-Back
Difficulty:
Easy
Time to Hike:
9 hours
Features:
Surface Type:
Dirt
Park:
Charles River Reservation
Town:
Watertown, Massachusetts
Directions:
175 Blossom St, Boston, MA 02114
42.365081, -71.184982
Added:
July 12, 2017
Updated:
November 27, 2017
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16 '

Total Change
481 '

Ascent
472 '

Descent

The Charles River Greenway goes for miles along the Charles River. This stretch is relatively busy during peak hours but offers good views of Boston. It's 9 miles one-way, starting at Watertown Square and ending in Lederman Park. So plan for a 18 mile out-and-back trip.

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  1. Parking

    42.365081, -71.184982
  2. Main Trailhead

    42.364955, -71.185635
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Trail Guide By:
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18.0 miles / 29.0 km
Trail added
July 12, 2017
Hiked on
July 12, 2017
Updated on
November 27, 2017

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