This loop walk or bike ride is about two miles long. It covers the area described on this page.

You can start the walk at any point along the loop. The description below starts from Bridge Street. Parking is available on the side streets parallel to Bridge Street.

See this page for descriptions of longer trips along the Charles.

The walkway ends at Galen Street in Watertown Square. Turn right to cross the river.

If you're in the mood for more, the Paul Dudley White Bike Path extends from here to the Science Museum in downtown Boston.

After you cross the bridge, turn right on the sidewalk of California Street.