A 6-mile historic route, mostly along ordinary paved public roads, that traces the 1775 march of Captain Isaac Davis and the Acton Minutemen from Acton to the North Bridge in Concord. It is marked by twelve granite markers rather than built as a hiking trail, and first-timers should know there is no dedicated trailhead, parking lot, or off-road path, this is a walk or drive along village streets.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
Not a trail in the hiking sense; a 6-mile roadside historic route with 9 markers in Acton and 3 in Concord
Dogs
Not applicable, public streets and sidewalks
Hours
Always accessible, it is a public road route
Accessibility
Follows paved public sidewalks and road shoulders of varying width; not purpose-built for accessibility
Managed by
Acton Minutemen (annual march); Massachusetts Society Children of the American Revolution (markers)
unconfirmed · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
What's here
Not here
No info kiosk
no interpretive kiosk, only roadside granite markers
Common questions
Is this an actual hiking trail?
No, it is mostly paved streets that follow the historic 1775 march route, marked with granite monuments rather than blazes.
When can I see the march reenacted?
The Acton Minutemen hold an annual Isaac Davis Trail March on Patriots' Day, with the 2026 march scheduled for Sunday, April 19, 2026.
Where do I park at Isaac Davis Trail?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Isaac Davis Trail?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Isaac Davis Trail?
Not applicable, public streets and sidewalks
Is Isaac Davis Trail wheelchair accessible?
Follows paved public sidewalks and road shoulders of varying width; not purpose-built for accessibility
What rules should I know at Isaac Davis Trail?
Route follows active roads with regular vehicle traffic; no dedicated shoulder in all sections.