Friends of the Mattapoisett Rail Trail – Friends of the Mattapoisett Bicycle & Recreational Path
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The first mile (Phase 1A) opened in 2009 and runs from the Fairhaven town line to Mattapoisett Neck Road. Phase 1B, called the “Shining Tides Mile” broke ground September 2019. The west end, from Mattapoisett Neck Road to Reservation Road, opened July 1, 2022. The section between Reservation Road and the end of Goodspeed Island Road opened April 28, 2023! This scenic and spectacular mile that crosses the Mattapoisett River estuary, salt marshes, and Reservation Beach at the head of Mattapoisett Harbor conne
Two more phases will complete the path. Phase 2A, which crosses Route 6 and ends at North Street, is in the pre-design stage. Phase 2B (one mile long) is broken up into three sections. The off-road path for 2B West is partially-funded with no construction date yet. Phase 2B East opened in 2021. This half mile “Marion Connector” will eventually connect to Marion’s bikeway. The Town of Marion plans to begin construction in 2023/24.
Friends of the Mattapoisett Rail Trail – Friends of the Mattapoisett Bicycle & Recreational Path