Officially the Watertown-Cambridge Greenway, this is a 2-mile, 12-foot-wide paved rail trail starting near the former Arsenal on the Watertown-Cambridge line and running north into East Watertown and West Cambridge toward Fresh Pond.
What to expect
Trails
2-mile paved, 12-foot-wide multi-use path along the former B&M Railroad Watertown Branch corridor, flat and suitable for walking, jogging, and biking.
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Dogs
Not among the six Watertown parks with a leashed-dog exception; not confirmed, so do not assume dogs are allowed.
Hours
No gate; open access as a through trail.
Accessibility
Paved and flat for its full length, generally accessible.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Town of Watertown Department of Public Works
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Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
Common questions
Is there an entry fee at Watertown Greenway?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Watertown Greenway?
Not among the six Watertown parks with a leashed-dog exception; not confirmed, so do not assume dogs are allowed.
Is Watertown Greenway wheelchair accessible?
Paved and flat for its full length, generally accessible.