An 8-mile paved rail trail running from Depot Road in central Chatham west to the Cape Cod Rail Trail rotary in Harwich, flat and family-friendly the whole way, passing ponds, cranberry bogs, and the edge of Chatham Municipal Airport.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free · unconfirmed
Trails
8 miles, fully paved, flat with minimal elevation gain; the first 1.5 miles from Depot Road share quiet residential streets before the path becomes fully…
Walking/Jogging
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Town of Chatham (Bikeways Committee)
508-945-5100 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
CostFree
Details unconfirmed
What's here
On site
Playground
Not on the trail itself, but the Depot Road trailhead sits beside Veterans Field's playground and the Chatham Community Center.
Restroom
Chatham Community Center, a short walk from the Depot Road trailhead
Common questions
Is it paved the whole way?
Almost entirely; the trail is a fully paved former rail bed for most of its 8 miles, aside from a short shared-street stretch near the Depot Road end.
Does it connect to the main Cape Cod Rail Trail?
Yes, the western end meets the CCRT bike rotary in Harwich, so riders can extend the trip north toward Dennis and Brewster.
Where do I park at Old Colony Rail Trail?
Free lot (Free).
Is there an entry fee at Old Colony Rail Trail?
Yes, Free to use.
What rules should I know at Old Colony Rail Trail?
The first 1.5 miles from the Depot Road end share quiet streets with car traffic before the trail becomes a dedicated off-road path.
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