A paved, off-road path in North Cambridge that runs over the MBTA Red Line tunnel, connecting the Alewife Station area to Danehy Park and on toward the Cambridge-Somerville line near Davis Square.
What to expect
Trails
Paved, off-road path roughly 1.3 miles long (some route descriptions extend it to about 2 miles toward Cedar Street in Somerville); built over the MBTA Red…
Dogs
Cambridge requires dogs to be leashed, on a leash no longer than six feet, whenever off the owner's premises and not under direct control in a designated off-leash area.
Hours
Cambridge parks and playgrounds are open dawn to dusk year round, with extended hours to 10:00 p.m. from April 1 through October 31.
Accessibility
Paved, level path used by walkers, runners, and cyclists
Walking
Allowed year-round
Biking/Commuting
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Community Development Department (CDD)
WebsiteCommon questions
What is Alewife Linear Park?
It's a paved off-road path in North Cambridge built over the MBTA Red Line tunnel, linking the Alewife Station area to Danehy Park and toward Davis Square in Somerville.
Roughly 1.3 miles, though some route descriptions extend the corridor to about 2 miles toward Cedar Street in Somerville.
Is the path paved and accessible?
Yes, it's a smooth paved path used by walkers, runners, and cyclists, completely off-road.
Is there an entry fee at Alewife Linear Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Alewife Linear Park?
Cambridge requires dogs to be leashed, on a leash no longer than six feet, whenever off the owner's premises and not under direct control in a designated off-leash area.
Is Alewife Linear Park wheelchair accessible?
Paved, level path used by walkers, runners, and cyclists
What rules should I know at Alewife Linear Park?
Sections of the path are undergoing redesign and reconstruction; expect construction detours.