Are dogs allowed on Shining Sea Bikeway?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Shining Sea Bikeway but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Shining Sea Bikeway?

No, Shining Sea Bikeway does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Shining Sea Bikeway?

Shining Sea Bikeway is rated easy. It is 10.6 miles long with 505 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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EasyPoint to Point

Massachusetts

Shining Sea Bikeway

North Falmouth, Massachusetts

10.6 mi

Distance

505 ft

Elev. Gain

3h 36m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Shining Sea Bikeway is a rail trail on Cape Cod in Falmouth, Massachusetts, United States. The path runs for 10.7 miles (17.2 km) from the Steamship Authority ferry terminal in Woods Hole to County Road in North Falmouth. The Shining Sea Bikeway is the oldest rail trail in Massachusetts, the first in the United States to be assembled by eminent domain, and the legal struggle to create the trail led to the strongest state rail corridor protection legislation in the country.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:-5 ft

Max:20 ft

154 ft

172 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.