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.
BCT Opportunities
Check out the BCT Blog page for events, volunteer opportunities, news, and project updates!
Plan Your Next Trip!
As of May 2024, all printable maps and section guides have been updated! Stay tuned for a second set of bike maps and guides to be released during the summer of 2024.
Check Out Our Northern Terminus Accessible Trails Hub!
Located at the Parker River National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center in Newburyport, MA.
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.
Found an Issue on the Trail?
Trail Notices – Latest
Appalachian Mountain Club’s trail crews can help you complete your town’s trail projects!
