Cape Ann Coastal Loop

Boston

Loop around the coast of Cape Ann

Hiking Easy

Distance: 38 km
Ascent: 413 m
Descent: 413 m
Duration: 1 day +

Low Point: 0 m
High Point: 35 m
Gradient: 3˚

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be easy. It's not remote, it features low exposure and is typically done between March and December. From a low point of 0 m to the maximum altitude of 35 m, the route covers 38 km, 413 vertical metres of ascent and 413 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Long loop around Cape Ann that mostly follows MA-127

Difficulty

Easy

Walking along a well-kept trail that’s mostly flat. No obstacles are present.

Low Exposure

The path is on completely flat land and potential injury is limited to falling over.

Remoteness

Close to help in case of emergency.