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Bourne Recreation Area (Cape Cod Canal)
4.7 ★★★★★ 111 Google reviews · Running trail in Bourne, Massachusetts · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Bourne Recreation Area (Cape Cod Canal)'s own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Riverside spot featuring picnic tables and paved paths, plus fishing and bike paths.
What runners say about Bourne Recreation Area (Cape Cod Canal)
“Me and my son stopped by to enjoy our lunch from the Lobster Trap and it was immaculately clean and welcoming.”
“Driving from far western Mass it was such a relief to park (plenty of parking) flush toilets facilities and a gorgeous 11 on 10 walk from bridge to bridge and back.”
“Nice quiet place to park stretch and walk My first visit in winter (many summers)”
Perfect place for parking when you want to walk the canal ! Beautiful scenery,Lots of space too! PERFECT for photos along the canal, People are very friendly and dog owners are responsible pet owners. Great for walks jogs or runs .
Nice quiet place to park stretch and walk My first visit in winter (many summers)
Great place to walk your dog, jog, bike, picnic. There are picnic tables, portable potty and plenty of parking.
Nice place to stretch your legs and enjoy a nice walk along the river. Plenty of picnic tables and benches to sit and have a snack as well.
Trail conditions & character
“Driving from far western Mass it was such a relief to park (plenty of parking) flush toilets facilities and a gorgeous 11 on 10 walk from bridge to bridge and back.”
“Driving from far western Mass it was such a relief to park (plenty of parking) flush toilets facilities and a gorgeous 11 on 10 walk from bridge to bridge and back.”
“Nice quiet place to park stretch and walk My first visit in winter (many summers)”
“There are picnic tables, portable potty and plenty of parking.”
“PERFECT for photos along the canal, People are very friendly and dog owners are responsible pet owners.”
Plan your run at Bourne Recreation Area (Cape Cod Canal)
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitenae.usace.army.mil
- Phone(508) 759-4431
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–8 PM |
Running trails near Bourne
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Canal Crossways
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