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Lake Cochituate (Middle Pond) – Cochituate Rail Trail loop from Natick Center

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Hiking trails & Routes
United States
Massachusetts
Middlesex County

Lake Cochituate (Middle Pond) – Cochituate Rail Trail loop from Natick Center

Moderate

4.8

(6470)

6,976

hikers

Lake Cochituate (Middle Pond) – Cochituate Rail Trail loop from Natick Center

02:33

9.93km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

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Cochituate State Park

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Start point

Train Station

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1

3.18 km

Lake Cochituate Middle Pond

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2

3.40 km

There are three ponds that make up Lake Cochituate: North, South, and Middle. All of these ponds are within Cochituate State Park. Middle Pond is the most popular pond for …

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3

5.07 km

Cochituate Brook Reservation

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Acquired in 1964, this 27-acre area features some pleasant trails with a dam that forms Lake Cochituate. The trails offer panoramic views of the lake throughout.

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4

6.32 km

Cochituate State Park comprises three ponds: North, South, and Middle, forming Lake Cochituate. Middle Pond, in particular, is bustling with various water activities such as kayaking and boating. The pond …

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5

6.89 km

Lake Cochituate

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Comprising three ponds, this park has trails that meander around the ponds, picnic areas, a small beach, and even offers rentals for kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and sailboats.

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6

7.01 km

Cochituate Rail Trail

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Perfectly paved rail trail connecting Natick and Saxonville. The trail leads along Lake Cochituate and offers quiet nature and even some nice views.

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9.93 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

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9.14 km

628 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.21 km

428 m

148 m

< 100 m

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