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	The Grand Trunk Trail

Balfour Riverwalk Trail — This 0.25-mile urban trail and greenway is a key component of Attleboro's downtown redevelopment plans and supports the Young Men's Christian Association's Activate America program by providing recreational amenities for all ages to enjoy.

The Grand Trunk Trail — The trail begins in the Town of Southbridge, Massachusetts and follows the old Grand Trunk Railroad bed through a variety of spectacular landscapes. Upon completion, the 5-mile trail will connect to historic Old Sturbridge village via a bicycle trail along the Quinebaug River. This trail is a link in the growing east-west greenways system taking shape in southern New England. It not only connects with trails in nearby States, but will also provide access to the Westville Recreation Area, a 578-acre flood control project used by hikers, bicyclists and fisherman.

Metacomet-Monadnock Trail (2 sections) — The trail has been primarily a backcountry footpath for over 150 years. Two sections of the 117-trail are being submitted for designation. The first section is approximately 23 miles and runs along the Mt. Holyoke Range and through Hampden and Hampshire counties. Due to unique geologic formations, this segment takes visitors through a forest environment not usually found in central New England. Its natural and cultural resources include the legendary "Horse Caves," hiding place used during Shay's Rebellion. The second section runs approximately 30 miles and crosses Franklin and Worcester counties. This segment allows for natural and human history interpretation in a wild and remote terrain. Both sections are within an hour drive of three-quarters of a million people. Detailed route descriptions of the trail are at http://users.crocker.com/~mmtrail/. The New England Trails Review has nice photos of the trail: www.newenglandtrailreview.com/taxonomy.asp?TP=79.

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