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Hiking Near West Bridgewater, Massachusetts

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Shorter Routes

These hikes keep it under 5 miles and climb less than 1,500 feet, making them ideal for quicker outings or lower-key days. Perfect for a morning stretch, a casual afternoon, or getting outside without committing to a big push. Don’t let the stats fool you — many still pack in great views and rewarding moments.

Ames Nowell Loop

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Ames Nowell Loop

Birding
easy
4.17 mi
+72 ft
Borderland State Park Loop

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Borderland State Park Loop

Birding
moderate
4.56 mi
+204 ft
Indian Head River Trail Loop

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Indian Head River Trail Loop

Birding
easy
3.43 mi
+143 ft
Three Mile River Dam Trail

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Three Mile River Dam Trail

Family Friendly
easy
2.29 mi
+43 ft
Mildred Morse Allen Loop

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Mildred Morse Allen Loop

Birding
easy
1.5 mi
+97 ft
Vernal Pool Loop

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Vernal Pool Loop

Birding
moderate
1.74 mi
+128 ft

Other Nearby Routes

Not finding what you're looking for? These additional nearby hikes offer more ways to get outside and explore the area. With a mix of lengths, difficulty levels, and terrain, you're likely to find something that fits your plans for the day. And remember, you can always use the onX Route Builder to create your own adventure from scratch.

Buck Hill Loop

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Buck Hill Loop

Views
moderate
5.17 mi
+760 ft
Blue Hills Skyline Loop

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Blue Hills Skyline Loop

Historical
moderate
5.09 mi
+710 ft
Whitney Spur Rail Trail to Wompatuck Bikeway

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Whitney Spur Rail Trail to Wompatuck Bikeway

Historical
easy
5.05 mi
+44 ft
Noanet Peak - Powissett Peak

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Noanet Peak - Powissett Peak

Views
moderate
5.89 mi
+546 ft
Cutler Park Blue Heron Trail

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Cutler Park Blue Heron Trail

Birding
easy
6.99 mi
+45 ft
Skyline Trail

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Skyline Trail

Birding
moderate
7.45 mi
+1,262 ft