Segment

Minuteman Commuter Bikeway
Paved

Trails

The Minuteman Bikeway is a 10-mile (16 km) paved rail trail running from Bedford to Alewife station in Cambridge, passing through Lexington and Arlington. Following a historic rail corridor, it connects key landmarks like Spy Pond, Arlington’s Great Meadows, and Lexington Battle Green.

Timeline

Alewife Extension Opened

1998

The bikeway is extended from East Arlington to Alewife station in Cambridge.

Lexington–Bedford Section Opens

May 1993

Lexington–Bedford section opens after water main construction delays.

Arlington–Lexington Section Opens

September 1992

Construction Begins

1991

Final plan for bikeway conversion is approved; construction begins.

Freight Rail Service Discontinued

1981

Passenger Rail Service Discontinued

1977