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Framingham

Cochituate Rail Trail – Lake Cochituate (Middle Pond) loop from Jordan's Furniture

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Middlesex County

Framingham

Cochituate Rail Trail – Lake Cochituate (Middle Pond) loop from Jordan's Furniture

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Cochituate Rail Trail – Lake Cochituate (Middle Pond) loop from Jordan's Furniture

01:58

7.65km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 17, 2026

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Cochituate State Park

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Start point

Bus stop

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975 m

Lake Cochituate

Highlight • Lake

Comprising three ponds, this park has trails that meander around the ponds, picnic areas, a small beach, and even offers rentals for kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and sailboats.

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1.23 km

Cochituate Rail Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Perfectly paved rail trail connecting Natick and Saxonville. The trail leads along Lake Cochituate and offers quiet nature and even some nice views.

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6.91 km

There are three ponds that make up Lake Cochituate: North, South, and Middle. All of these ponds are within Cochituate State Park. Middle Pond is the most popular pond for recreationalists, and as you ride around the area, you can often see folks swimming, kayaking, and boating. Middle Pond also boasts the most extensive trails in the park, including a well-maintained paved multi-use path that is open for cyclists/

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7.13 km

Middle Pond, Lake Cochituate

Highlight • Lake

Cochituate State Park comprises three ponds: North, South, and Middle, forming Lake Cochituate. Middle Pond, in particular, is bustling with various water activities such as kayaking and boating. The pond boasts the most extensive trails in the park, including a well-maintained paved path that provides stunning views as you run.

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7.65 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.55 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.60 km

929 m

131 m

Elevation

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Saturday 9 May

12°C

3°C

96 %

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Cochituate Rail Trail – Lake Cochituate (Middle Pond) loop from Jordan's Furniture

Lake Cochituate Middle Pond

Lake Cochituate

Cochituate Rail Trail

Lake Cochituate (Middle Pond)

Middle Pond, Lake Cochituate

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