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Narrow Gauge Rail Trail

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Narrow Gauge Rail Trail, Bedford, Massachusetts
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Right now

This is a roughly 3-mile commuter and recreational trail running north from Depot Park along the old Billerica and Bedford Railroad bed, the nation's first 2-foot narrow-gauge line, to the Billerica town line. It also gives Minuteman Bikeway riders a quiet detour to picnic at Fawn Lake.

What to expect

Trails
About 3 miles one-way, unpaved rail-trail bed, mostly flat, running past woods and residences to Billerica
Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Not explicitly posted for this trail; Bedford's town-wide leash law applies
Hours
Bedford's conservation areas are open from one-half hour before sunrise to one-half hour after sunset.
Bike
Allowed
Managed by
Bedford Department of Public Works

Common questions

Is there an entry fee at Narrow Gauge Rail Trail?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Narrow Gauge Rail Trail?
Not explicitly posted for this trail; Bedford's town-wide leash law applies

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (parking, restrooms, accessibility). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-09-13.