Length : 2.44 Miles
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Walk along the beautiful Charles River, in its natural state, before it reaches Cambridge and Boston. Enjoy water smooth as glass, swans, ducks, and clean, quiet, fresh air. Go for a quick half mile stroll over the footbridge, or go all-out and walk the full three miles.
How to get there :
MBTA Red Line to Harvard
MBTA Trackless Trolley/Bus Route 71 Harvard to Watertown Square.
Water rushing over the spillway of the dam with golden fall leaves.
A duck swims by a tire and a traffic cone (since removed).
A cardinal poses for a royal picture amongst the spring buds.