Arlington-Carlisle Ramble

Cycle 48 or 38 miles (with a Lexington start) to Concord, the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail and Carlisle.

Be ready to leave from the Uncle Sam statue in Arlington Center on the Minuteman Trail at 9:00 AM or meet us at the Minuteman Statue in Lexington at 9:30 AM.

Route is mostly flat with a few gentle hills. Pace will average a friendly 13-16 mph. We will stop at Great Brook State Park, mile 28, for ice cream. There are a few miles of gentle gravel on the Battle Road and old North Bridge in the Minuteman National Park and on the Reformatory Branch Rail Trail.

Start is accessible from Alewife T-station. If you miss us in Arlington catch up to us in Lexington.

If you are interested, you will need a working bike, spare inner tube, bike helmet, and BRIGHT clothes.

Please download the route to your phone!