The Merrimack River Walking Path is an out-and-back trail covering 2.8 miles, making itan easy route that takes an average of 49 minutes to complete. The trail features beautiful river views and a scenic paved path through parks, with a paved surface running from the UMass Lowell Bellegarde Boathouse to the School Street Bridge and passing through Lowell Heritage State Park and the Vandenburg Esplanade. There are beach access points and a boathouse along the way. The path is highly accessible, featuringpaved asphalt or cement surface, smooth and typically at least 5 feet wide, likely navigable for most wheelchairs/mobility equipment or stroller users.