A 230+mile, multi-use trail in Greater Boston
What is the Bay Circuit Trail & Greenway?
The BCT is a 230+ mile multi-use trail outside of Boston where you can walk, hike, ride, ski, or just get some fresh air. The trail corridor is T-accessible and traverses Eastern Massachusetts’s beautiful natural landscapes, passing through 38 towns and existing in the vicinity of many more. To learn more on BCT history, check out the About page on the menu above.
Check Out Our Northern Terminus Accessible Trails Hub!
Located at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center in Newburyport, MA.
Plan Your Next Trip!
Miles of the BCT are accessible from MBTA services
Walk, end-to-end, bike, ski, or ride this incredible, local trail system that’s only a train-ride away from downtown Boston.
BCT Blog
Check out the BCT Blog for trail photos, project updates, and the BCT Coordinator’s spring ’24 thru hike updates.
Found an Issue on the Trail?
Trail Notices – Latest
Appalachian Mountain Club’s trail crews can help you complete your town’s trail projects!
