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Rail Trails in Massachusetts

Coastal Trail

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Trail description: When completed the Coastal Trail network in Northeastern Massachusetts will be a 30-mile trail network linking four towns. Some sections of the trail are currently open. Check the CTC website for the latest status. The southern end of the trail will connect with the Border-to-Boston Trail.
Access fee: No charge, but membership in the CTC helps support development of the trail
Towns along the trail: Amesbury, Newbury, Newburyport and Salisbury, MA
Web site: Coastal Trail Coalition
Trail map: Available on the Coastal Trail website
Trail surface: Paved where completed
Designated activities: Bicycling, inline skating, walking
Facilities on the trail:
Lodging: Newburyport has a few inns and B&Bs
Camping: Rusnik Campground in Salisbury has 150 campsites
Bike shops:
Weather forecast: Newburyport
Tourism info: North of Boston Visitors Bureau | Newburyport Chamber
Points of interest: Maudslay State Park, Salisbury Beach, Newburyport Beach, Plum Island, whale watching
Getting to the trail: Newburyport is about 40 miles north of Boston. Take Route 95 north to Exit 57 at Newburyport. An MBTA commuter train runs from Boston's North Station to Newburyport. Bikes are permitted on board except during rush periods.
Map of local region: Amesbury | Newbury | Newburyport | Salisbury

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