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Minuteman Bikeway

Details unconfirmedPreserve · Arlington, MA · Runs the length of Arlington roughly parallel to Massachusetts Ave
Right now

The Minuteman Bikeway is a 10-mile paved rail-trail running from Alewife Station in Cambridge through Arlington, Lexington, and Bedford, carrying commuters and recreational riders on the old Boston & Maine rail bed.

What to expect

Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Leashed dogs are permitted on the shared-use path
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Arlington DPW, with support from the Friends of the Minuteman Bikeway Website

Common questions

Is there an entry fee at Minuteman Bikeway?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Minuteman Bikeway?
Leashed dogs are permitted on the shared-use path

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (parking, accessibility). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-11-06.