Charles River
The most prominent urban river in New England
- An important waterway passing through Boston & Cambridge, Massachusets. The Charles River is 80-miles long.
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Fun Facts
- A boat can row under a train, which could be passing under a car, which could be driving below an airplane. This would have to happen at the Boston University Bridge.
- The Charles River is 80-miles-long.
- It empties into the Boston Harbor & Atlantic Ocean
Notes for Visiting
- The river has a paved trail to the side of it
- It is a fun location to run or walk along the river
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- Date Added: March 17, 2026