Reformatory Branch Trail – Reformatory Branch Trail loop from Concord

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United States

Massachusetts

Middlesex County

Reformatory Branch Trail – Reformatory Branch Trail loop from Concord

Moderate

4.8

(1824)

16,974

runners

Reformatory Branch Trail – Reformatory Branch Trail loop from Concord

00:47

7.57km

20m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

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890 m

Reformatory Branch Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The Reformatory Branch Trail, ideal for gravel bikes connects the historic towns of Bedford and Concord along a nearly 4-mile dirt road through wildlife refuges that ends a short distance from the North Bridge.

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2.24 km

Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge – Concord Unit

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The Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge is a 12-mile wetland conservation area and home to a large variety of birds and turtles. A well-maintained trail circles the pond's perimeter with …

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2.51 km

Great Meadow Park Common Land

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Here is a beautiful view of the Great Meadows. This National Wildlife Refuge, is one of the eight sanctuaries that make up the Eastern Massachusetts National Wildlife Refuge complex.

This …

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3.70 km

Reformatory Branch Trail

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The Reformatory Branch Trail stretches 3.9 miles through Middlesex County, connecting the historic towns of Bedford and Concord along a dirt path. This rail trail, built in 1873 by the …

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3.92 km

Reformatory Branch Trail

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In total, the Reformatory Branch Trail is just under 4 miles. The path is packed gravel and double-track trail the entire time. You can connect different parks and trail systems to each other using this path.

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5.35 km

Great Meadows Lookout Tower

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The Lookout Tower is a fantastic viewing area overlooking the expansive wetlands. There is a small telescope available to observe the local wildlife. If you visit in the spring, you'll …

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6.60 km