Phase 1 - Lowell, Chelmsford & Westford

Overview

This section begins in Chelmsford at the Lowell/Chelmsford line, near Cross Point, passes through Chelmsford Center, and ends at Rte. 225 in Westford. This part of the trail covers a stretch of 6.8 miles.

Blog Posts and News

Fall / Winter 2026 Newsletter is here!

By Friends of BFRT • November 3, 2026
Read the latest trail news and updates
Summer Solstice Ride gathering on June 19, 2026 at Pedal Power Bike & Ski in Acton, MA

June 19, 2026 – Summer Solstice Bike Ride

By admin • April 30, 2026
Join us for a walk or ride on the BFRT, then join the Friends for post-ride/walk pizza. Friday, June 19, 2026, 5:30 p.m. (Rain date, June 20)Pedal Power Bike & Ski, 176 Great Road (Rte. 2A), ActonParking available at 179…Read more ›

May 3, 2026 – Carlisle Route to Sustainability Day

By admin • April 30, 2026
Route to Sustainability Day 2026 Sunday, May 3, 2026, 1:00 pm -4:00 pm Carlisle Public School Gym 83 School St. Enter by the solar canopy parking lot on Church St.  This Earth Day event will be chock full of environmental…Read more ›

Phase 1


Ribbon Cutting 2009 – Phase 1

The Bruce Freeman Rail Trail opened this August. The Ribbon Cutting ceremony and party were held Saturday, August 29, 2009, at 10 am at Old Town Hall & Town Common, Chelmsford, Massachusetts.




Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

At Old Town Hall on August 29, 2009 (Photo: T. Teller)

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Friends of BFRT Board Members

Board members with Sponsor's banner. (Photo: T Teller)

Certificate from MA House of Representatives

Presented to the Friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail

Certificate from the US House of Representatives

Presented to the friends of the Bruce Freeman Rail Trail