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SavePopular Trail Networks
view all areas »Acton trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails in this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Snowshoeing and Horseback. Popular destinations include Great Hill Conservation Area, Pratts Brook Conservation Area and Acton Arboretum.
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- Mountain Bike
115 trails
- Horse
4 trails
- Hike
130 trails
- Trail Running
130 trails
- Snowshoe
17 trails
Region Details
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- 7
- 42
- 40
- 12
Region Status
Open as of May 19, 2026Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 130
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 115
- Trails E-Bike
- 1
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 25
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 5
- Trails Horse
- 4
- Trails Hike
- 130
- Trails Trail Running
- 130
- Trails Snowshoe
- 17
- Total Distance
- 48 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 19 miles
- Total Descent
- 2,787 ft
- Total Vertical
- 290 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 409 ft
- Reports
- 107
- Photos
- 9
- Completed Counter
- 2,634
Sub Regions
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ABRHS Trails
- 2
- 3
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Acton Arboretum
- 2
- 4
- 2
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Anderson Conservation Land
- 3
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Bulette Conservation Land
- 3
- 3
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Grassy Pond
- 1
- 4
- 2
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Great Hill Conservation Area
- 1
- 3
- 10
- 3
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Guggins Brook
- 1
- 1
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Jenks
- 2
- 1
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Morrison Farm
- 6
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Nagog Hill Conservation Land
- 2
- 4
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Nara Park
- 1
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Pratts Brook Conservation Area
- 1
- 4
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Spring Hill
- 2
- 3
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Stoneymeade- Annursnac Conservation
- 4
- 1
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Weatherbee Conservation Area
- 2
- 1
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Wills Hole Town Forest
- 4
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Wright Hill Conservation Area
- 3
Popular Acton Mountain Biking Trails
• 90 ★ 0.0 • 4,311 ft • 28 ft • 62 •
Paved path that loops the circumference of NARA park and links with the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail
• 85 ★ 0.0 • 502 ft • 15 ft • 43 •
Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 3,159 ft • 16 ft • 43 • • hike
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 3 minutes to complete this trail.
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 1,594 ft • 4 ft • 40 • • hike
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 2 minutes to complete this trail.
• 80 ★ 0.0 • 1,394 ft • 48 ft • 35 •
Popular black diamond difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. It features ladder bridge and rock garden. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 305 ft • 15 ft • 33 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. It features rock garden. On average it takes minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 4,429 ft • 36 ft • 29 •
Popular blue difficulty singletrack. This mountain bike primary trail can be used both directions. It features bridge and rock garden. On average it takes 6 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 0.0 • 3,937 ft • 52 ft • 26 • • hike
Popular green difficulty singletrack. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 5 minutes to complete this trail.
Photos of Acton Mountain Bike
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Bruce Freeman Rail Trail Bridge | May 11, 2025 @ 11:18am May 11, 2025 | Ideal | jpm621 | ||
| Nara Park Main Loop | May 11, 2025 @ 11:18am May 11, 2025 | Ideal | jpm621 | ||
| Soccor Field Trail | Sep 16, 2024 @ 6:24pm Sep 16, 2024 | Ideal | mubaldino | ||
| Reroute | Sep 16, 2024 @ 6:24pm Sep 16, 2024 | Dry | mubaldino | ||
| Red Trail | Sep 16, 2024 @ 6:24pm Sep 16, 2024 | Dry | mubaldino | ||
| Wright Hill Climb | Sep 1, 2024 @ 1:31pm Sep 1, 2024 | Ideal | NwEnglndMTB | ||
| ABRHS- Lower Fields | Jan 13, 2024 @ 1:50pm Jan 13, 2024 | Ideal | haywad | ||
| Red Trail | Dec 1, 2023 @ 9:24am Dec 1, 2023 | Dry | haywad | ||
| Harris Street Entrance | Nov 17, 2023 @ 4:58am Nov 17, 2023 | Ideal | haywad | ||
| Parker Street Entrance | Oct 5, 2023 @ 8:34am Oct 5, 2023 | Variable | mattson-clement NEPM |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| markdalius | add | karma | activity #103561246 | Sep 11, 2026 @ 12:33pm Sep 11, 2026 |
| ng117 | add | karma | activity #103164061 | Sep 6, 2026 @ 3:16am Sep 6, 2026 |
| CM6 | add | karma | activity #103062167 | Sep 4, 2026 @ 6:55pm Sep 4, 2026 |
| Ericlrx4g | add | karma | activity #102673274 | Aug 30, 2026 @ 6:45am Aug 30, 2026 |
| julian1 | add | karma | activity #102384899 | Aug 26, 2026 @ 1:28pm Aug 26, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | certain sections along the Nashoba Brook are... | Oct 6, 2023 @ 12:15pm Oct 6, 2023 | ||
| skillpark | Needs lots of maintenance | Sep 4, 2023 @ 8:56am Sep 4, 2023 | ||
| trail | Really fun... Nuff said | Aug 27, 2023 @ 7:18pm Aug 27, 2023 | ||
| trail | Should be renamed to NE Rock Garden Mecca. If... | Aug 27, 2023 @ 7:14pm Aug 27, 2023 | ||
| trail | This should be a black rated trail. ... | Jun 17, 2021 @ 8:16pm Jun 17, 2021 |
Local Badges
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Climbing 10k Badge1 awarded -
Mountain Biking 100k Badge0 awarded
Bike & Skill Parks
| name | type | city | rating |
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| Acton Pumptrack | skill park | Acton |
Local Mountain Biking Directory
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New England Mountain Bike Association (NEMBA)Trail Association
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Pedal Power Bike & SkiBike Shop
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 115 | 42 miles | 2,526 ft | 17 miles | 279 ft | #6,200 | #2,069 | 9 | 106 | 2,638 | ||
| E-Bike | 1 | 2,589 ft | 3 ft | 43 | 11 | |||||||
| Gravel Bike | 25 | 9 miles | 344 ft | 3 miles | 279 ft | #7,156 | #2,236 | 49 | ||||
| Winter Fat Bike | 5 | 2 miles | 121 ft | 5,072 ft | 131 ft | #7,156 | #2,236 | |||||
| Horse | 4 | 2 miles | 144 ft | 1 mile | 125 ft | #2,958 | #1,576 | |||||
| Hike | 130 | 48 miles | 2,789 ft | 19 miles | 289 ft | #2,688 | #1,035 | 103 | 1 | 159 | ||
| Trail Running | 130 | 48 miles | 2,789 ft | 19 miles | 289 ft | #3,443 | #1,011 | 104 | 578 | |||
| Snowshoe | 17 | 4 miles | 456 ft | 2 miles | 171 ft | #1,236 | #668 | 38 | 6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Acton?
Acton has 17 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Acton?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Acton are:
- North Blue DH (4.1/5)
- Wright Hill Decent (4.1/5)
- Blue DH (4.1/5)
- Red Trail Decent (4/5)
- Blue Trail (4/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Acton?
There are 17 parking locations listed in Acton. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
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What is the longest trail in Acton?
The longest trail in Acton is Nashoba Brook Yellow Loop (BCT) at 1.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Acton?
The best hiking trails in Acton are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Acton?
The best trail running trails in Acton are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Acton?
Acton has a total of 130 trails. Of those, 115 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Acton to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Acton?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Acton is Yellow Loop with 195 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Acton?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Acton is Yellow Loop with 185 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Acton?
Acton supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Snowshoeing.
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What bike services are there in Acton?
The following bike services are available in Acton:
- Trail Association (1)
- Bike Shop (1)
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Acton?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Acton is Blue Trail with an average grade of 8.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Acton?
The overall region status for Acton is Clear / Green. Out of 44 trails:
- Clear / Green: 40
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 3
- Significant Issue / Amber: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Acton?
There are 1 trails in Acton that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Acton?
The most popular Strava segments in Acton are:
- BFRT: Rt 2 Bridge South (6,959 athletes)
- Annursnac Hill (480 athletes)
- Annursnac DH Part 1 (478 athletes)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Acton?
There are 9 technical trail features (TTFs) in Acton. Some popular features include:
- Enormous Erratic Boulder (Rock Face)
- Rock Garden #2 (Rock Garden)
- Rock Garden #3 (Rock Garden)
- Rock Garden #4
- Stream Crossing (Other)
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Are there local clubs or events in Acton?
There are 1 local clubs or associations listed in the Acton directory. Browse the local directory for details.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Acton?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Acton are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Acton?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Acton are:
- 27- Charter Rd Trail (0/5)
- Charter Rd Trail (0/5)
- Morrison Farm Yellow Trail (0/5)
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