Some of the most beautiful and most enjoyable things to do in Arlington may just be in the great outdoors.
You can hardly take a trip through Arlington without coming across the Minuteman Bikeway. This trail, a member of the Rail-Trail Hall of Fame, passes through the historic area where the American Revolution began in 1775. Today, of course, it’s used for more modern and varied purposes like biking, walking, running, and commuting.
The Minuteman Bikeway not only travels from one end of Arlington to the other, but it also connects the nearby towns of Bedford, Lexington, and Cambridge — even providing pedestrian access right to the Alewife MBTA station in Cambridge. With the entire town of Arlington covering only 5.5 square miles, nothing is ever far from the bikeway. It’s a great way to not only get outside and get some exercise but also to explore the town.
There’s also a smaller offshoot of the Bikeway that visitors can explore, the Alewife Brook Greenway. This great biking and walking path provides additional options for recreation and a path that connects with routes to Davis Square in Somerville and Harvard Square and Fresh Pond in Cambridge.
Arlington is a bicycle friendly community and has 6 Bluebike stations located throughout town.
Arlington’s many beautiful parks are home to a ton of recreational activities. The view of the Boston skyline from Robbins Farm Park makes that park a popular attraction. You can enjoy the grassy hillside or claim one of the picnic tables and enjoy the view. Robbins Farm Park also offers a huge playground that’s a kid favorite. In the summer, this park is home to Arlington’s 4th of July celebration and summertime movie series. In the winter, you’ll find kids making the most of the big hill for sledding.
In the summer months, you can cool off in Arlington at Reservoir Beach. Along with swimming there are walking trails and a playground. A new bathhouse and snack bar will help to make your beach day in Arlington a breeze.
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