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The South Coast Bikeway will be a 50-mile system of bike paths from Rhode Island to Cape Cod. Get people excited about a regional bikeway.

Where we began
The South Coast Bikeway Alliance was formed in March of 2011 to build upon momentum for the creation of a regional bikeway system eventually linking area cities and towns. It was launched jointly by Fall River and New Bedford Mass In Motion, municipal initiatives focused on improving active living policies, systems and environments

The Southcoast Bikeway Alliance now stands gratefully on the shoulders of those who have labored before us to complete bikepath segments in Fall River, Fairhaven and Mattapoisett, the first 5 miles of this regional vision. Where we are Going
The resulting bikeway will:
Increase recreational resources, Improve the health of area residents, Provide an alternative transportation
route for regional commuters, Encourage economic development

Goals
Create opportunities to ride and walk together Improve bicycle access and safety. Educate bicyclists, motorists, the public. Encourage commuting by bicycle. Promote bicycle-friendly legislation. How to Help
Learn about the bikeways in your communities. Support the bikeway committee in your community. Participate in area bike rides. Encourage friends and neighbors to become involved. Advocate for bicycle initiative support through local and state legislators. Community Partners
Fall River Bicycle Committee
Westport Bike/Walking Path Committee
Dartmouth Pathway Committee
University of Mass Dartmouth
New Bedford Bicycle Committee
Fairhaven Bicycle Committee
Friends of Mattapoisett Bikepath
Marion Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Wareham Bike Path Committee

Planning Partners and Techinical Advisors
Mass in Motion Fall River
Mass in Motion New Bedford
Narragansett Bay Wheelmen
Voices for a Healthier South Coast
YMCA Southcoast
Southcoast Hospitals Group Southeastern
Regional Planning and Economic Development District(SRPEDD)
University of Mass Dartmouth
Office of Sustainability

10/29/2026

There’s still time to purchase tickets to attend tonight’s Oars & Pours event. This annual event supports New Bedford Rowing Center’s work to connect residents of all ages with the Acushnet River.
We look forward to the construction of the planned City of New Bedford RiverWalk, which will allow bicycle and pedestrian access along the river.

A heartfelt thank you to our Oars Sponsors for this year's Oars & Pours Fall Benefit! Your generous support helps us build a stronger rowing community.

Still time to buy tickets! Follow the link here: https://newbedfordrowing.org/events/?gf_page_18=1

10/26/2026

Did you know that the South Coast Bikeway is part of the greater East Coast Greenway from Maine to Florida? The East Coast Greenway Alliance is pleased with the recent improvements to the Phoenix Rail Trail and our plans to complete the Bikeway and the ECG coastal route. Thank you to MassDOT, Town of Fairhaven, Fairhaven Livable Streets Committee, Fairhaven Community Preservation Committee, and Department of Public Works and individuals who contributed to the success of this project.

Fairhaven just reopened its newly paved Phoenix Rail Trail with safer crossings and free ice cream.

10/17/2026

It was great to celebrate the reopening of the Phoenix Rail Trail, one of the first federally funded bike paths completed. We were happy to have some folks who attended the original dedication in 1999. This well-loved path received a terrific update to today’s standards.
This project was made possible by the Town of Fairhaven Community Preservation Fund, Mass Trails – Department of Conservation and Recreation, Fairhaven DPW, and the support of the Board of Selectmen, Economic Development Committee, and numerous volunteers.

Special guests: State Representative Mark Sylvia and renowned Rail Trail advocate Craig Della Penna recognized the benefits the path contributes to the community.

Photos in the comments

This Saturday
Phoenix Rail Trail Re-opening and Ribbon-cutting
Sat. Oct. 17 at 11am
Corner of South and Main Streets, Fairhaven MA

Project made possible by Town of Fairhaven Community Preservation Fund, Mass Trails – Department of Conservation Recreation

Special guest state representative Mark Sylvia

All welcome- Free refreshments

Hosted by the Fairhaven Economic Development Committee and the Board of Public Works

10/17/2026

10/13/2026

Cyclists who chose a longer 40-mile route through Westport and Dartmouth were fortunate to stop at the oldest country store, Davoll’s, in historic Russells Mills Village and then join the crew at Cisco Brewers New Bedford.

10/12/2026

10/12/2026

Special thanks to the MBTA for providing the Bike Car!

Address

88 Broadway
Taunton, MA
02780

Telephone

+15088241367

Website

http://www.southcoastbikeway.com/

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