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Shining Sea Bikeway 1,062 reviews #1 of 52 things to do in Falmouth Biking Trails Write a review What people are saying " Great views on a picturesque path " Oct 2023 Outstanding views of the cranberry bogs, marshes, and Vineyard Sound. By Jane B " From Sea to Shining Sea! " Sep 2022
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The Shining Sea Bikeway has Beachy Bikepacking for Beginners by Meghan O'Dea on January 11, 2019 Local 76 SHARES This guide to the The Shining Sea Bikeway in Cape Cod is brought to you by INNO, the makers of innovative and technologically advanced car racks for active sports enthusiasts.
The Story Behind the Shining Sea Bikeway in Falmouth
The Shining Sea Bikeway is a paved Rail Trail that runs from County Road in North Falmouth to Woodshole. The bikeway is a multi-use trail and passes through several villages along the way. There are many parking areas along the way as well as at both ends of the bikeway. Traditionally Indigenous Territory.
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Shining Sea Bikeway
Shining Sea Bikeway (Falmouth) All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go
The Shining Sea Bikeway is the only bikeway on Cape Cod that runs alongside the sea, providing views across salt marshes, barrier beaches, and open water. And with almost 25% of the Bikeway abutting conservation land along at least one side, the Bikeway brings you close to a variety of wooded uplands, cedar swamps, and ponds.
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The Shining Sea Bikeway connects North Falmouth with the scenic village of Woods Hole. On the way, the 10-mile bike path passes through downtown Falmouth and next to the sparkling waters of Vineyard Sound.
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Shining Sea Bikeway Easy • 4.7 (977) North Falmouth, Massachusetts Photos (888) Directions Print/PDF map Length 10.7 miElevation gain 164 ftRoute type Point to point Experience this 10.7-mile point-to-point trail near North Falmouth, Massachusetts. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 3 h 13 min to complete.
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The 10.7-mile Shining Sea Bikeway—the only bikeway on Cape Cod to feature a seaside section—boasts beautiful vistas of marshes, rivers, and the sea.
Shining Sea Bikeway Photograph by Jennifer Kano Fine Art America
The Shining Sea Bikeway is located along the "arm" of Cape Cod and is a fantastic way to explore one of Massachusetts' most famous destinations. This rail trail is perfect for cyclists and pedestrians, so rub on some sunscreen and hit the trail! The Shining Sea Bikeway is a beautiful rail trail on Cape Cod. The trail extends from Woods.
Beautiful Inspiration From Sea to ‘Shining Sea Bikeway’
The 10.7-mile Shining Sea Bikeway follows the route of a former railroad line operated by the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad Company. It provided service from the Cape to New York and Boston for nearly a century, from 1872 to 1965. After several storms made repairing and continuing rail service unprofitable, the railroad company.
A Guide to the Shining Sea Bikeway The Cape and The Islands
The Shining Sea Bikeway (SSB) was named for a line in the song America The Beautiful, written by Falmouth native Katharine Lee Bates. It follows the original route of the New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad that used to run from Buzzards Bay, through North and West Falmouth, around Woods Hole and into Falmouth Station.
A Guide to the Shining Sea Bikeway The Cape and The Islands
The Shining Sea Bikeway is a 10.7-mile paved trail that runs between North Falmouth and Woods Hole, passing through West and downtown Falmouth along the way. Part of the path follows the former route of the New York, New Haven, and Hartford Railroad, adding historical significance to the journey.
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The Shining Sea Bikeway extends 10.7 miles, from County Road in North Falmouth to the Steamship Authority's Ferry terminal in Woods Hole, a historic seaside fishing village and the site of several major research institutions.
Shining Sea Bikeway Falmouth/Woods Hole Running in Stereo
Riding the Shining Sea Bikeway is an ideal way to spend one day on Cape Cod or as a day trip from Boston. Read on for my experience riding the Shining Sea Bikeway on Cape Cod, Massachusetts, during the late summer of 2020, with my nephew, tour guide extraordinaire, and Cape Cod local, Dominic. Table of Contents
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The Shining Sea Bikeway is a classic rail trail, built along the route of the old New York, New Haven and Hartford Railroad that shuttled passengers to Cape Cod in the early 20 th century as the area transitioned from a collection of quiet fishing villages into a bustling tourist destination. The town of Falmouth opened the bikeway in 1975.
Beautiful Inspiration From Sea to ‘Shining Sea Bikeway’
Directions to the Shining Sea Bikeway From Boston Take route 24 south to 1-495 south to the Bourne Bridge. Or take Route 3 south to the Sagamore Bridge Rotary. Follow signs to Buzzards Bay/Falmouth, then cross the Bourne Bridge. From Springfield/Worcester Take the Mass. Turnpike to exit 1-495 south to Bourne Bridge. From New York/Connecticut