Charles River Dam and Weir – Claybrook Road loop from Needham Junction

Charles River Dam and Weir – Claybrook Road loop from Needham Junction

Easy

4.9

(6620)

13,209

riders

Charles River Dam and Weir – Claybrook Road loop from Needham Junction

01:38

39.7km

270m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.49 km

Scott Conservation Land Trust

Highlight • Forest

This little quarter-mile-long woodland preserve is nestled between Claybrook Road and the winding scenic beauty of the Charles River.

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7.86 km

View of the Charles River from Claybook Road

Highlight (Segment) • River

A nice and smooth winding road with a steady incline awaits you. Passing by the Charles River, it offers peaceful scenery as you ride. It's a great spot to take …

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17.6 km

Charles River Dam and Weir

Highlight • Structure

A useful place to stop for a break is "the Charles River Coffee House" , just up the street from the river.

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19.6 km

Claybrook Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A winding smooth rolling road, with not too much traffic. Trees, ponds, swans, and McMansions on either side, and all the time a slight gradient keeps you working.

Towards the …

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22.6 km

As you ride through this area, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery. The lush and dense green forest spans 42 acres, with some open areas exclusively designated for walking. It's a pleasant resting spot to appreciate the surrounding area.

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25.0 km

Strawberry Hill Street

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Winding through lush scenery, this road features a gentle elevation change and passes by the Strawberry Hill Street Conservation area, adorned with beautiful large trees.

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25.6 km

Wilsondale Street

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Starting from Dedham St, after a short climb up Strawberry Hill, you can enjoy the downs and ups as you zip along Wilsondale. There's some tight turns, so be careful, …

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31.0 km

Charles River

Highlight • River

This 80-mile-long river flows from Hopkinton to Boston along various trails. At Dedham Avenue, you cross the river, enjoying water views on both sides of the street.

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31.4 km

Needham Reservoir

Nature Reserve

39.7 km

End point

Train Station

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