A blue trail (also known as blueway or water trail) is a dedicated stretch of river that enjoys special clean water safeguards and is a destination for fishing, boating and other recreation. Just as hiking trails are designed to help people explore the land, blue trails help people discover rivers. Blue trails provide a fun, exciting way to get kids outdoors, connect communities to treasured landscapes, and are economic drivers benefiting local businesses and quality of life.
In the summer of 2011, Millers River Watershed Council inaugurated the first segment of the Millers River Blue Trail (MRBT), which runs between Alan Rich Environmental Park in Athol and River Front Park in Orange. A Blue Trail Guide with map and information on points of interest was created. This six-mile Blue Trail offers a relaxed paddling opportunity on flatwater-great for families and people of all ages. Where to get the Map: locations.
Millers River Blue Trail
10 Main Stret, Athol, MA 01331

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