Saugus River Reservation – Ell Pond loop from Melrose Highlands

Saugus River Reservation – Ell Pond loop from Melrose Highlands

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Saugus River Reservation – Ell Pond loop from Melrose Highlands

02:00

48.1km

250m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 16.0 km for 183 m

After 26.3 km for 112 m

After 26.8 km for 178 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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18.6 km

Bennett Keenan Conservation Land

Highlight • Forest

Located in Lynnfield, Bennett Keenan Conservation Land is a lovely and wild conservation area protecting local land and species.

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40.1 km

North Strand Community Trail bridge over Saugus River

Highlight • Bridge

This bridge is a fairly new structure, having been put in place in 2021. This crossing is crucial because the trail follows an old railroad line, and the bridge takes the place of the former train bridge.

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40.2 km

Saugus River Reservation

Highlight • River

The Saugus River Reservation is a scenic wetland along the Saugus River, which stretches 13 miles and drains a watershed of approximately 47 square miles.

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46.7 km

Ell Pond

Highlight • Lake

Ell Pond is a beautiful, small pond right off Main Street in Melrose. There is a small green area surrounding the pond and is a great place for a short break during a ride.

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