60 Murphy Memorial Dr, Quincy, MA 02169, USA
This 58-acre property features 1.3 miles of grassy trails along the edge of the salt marsh, with beautiful views of the Town River Broad Meadow Marsh. Located in the Adams […]
49 Summit St, Weymouth, MA 02188, USA
This small hillside park near Weymouth Landing features a playground, a basketball court, and the Milton J. Kelley Memorial Baseball Field. About half the park is a natural area with […]
107 Circuit St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
This centrally-located green space is still being developed. Ultimately, it will feature wildflower meadows, a raised-bed community garden, and the Nancy Hemingway Memorial Garden. Directly adjacent to the Donovan-Wildcat Conservation […]
29 Manomet Point Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Community center and town commons in the village of Manomet.
95 White Horse Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This pleasant, grassy 2-acre park is located in a neighborhood setting, not far from White Horse Beach. It offers 0.25 miles of crushed stone/paved walking paths, numerous benches, and interpretive […]
34 Winnetuxet Rd, Plympton, MA 02367, USA
This scenic and historic spot on the Winnetuxet River offers a picnic area, short trails, and water views.
70 Prospect Rd, Plympton, MA 02367, USA
This 135-acre Plympton Conservation property features 2 miles of trails through woodlands and wetlands, and along old cranberry bog access roads. The two brooks referenced in the name — Sawmill […]
170 Glenrose Ave, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
This 0.13-mile gravel trail, located next to the Braintree Electric Light Department, offers beautiful views of the Fore River.
pine street courts, 290 Pine St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Town-owned athletic complex with trail link to Charles Ed White Recreational Area. Soccer fields, basketball court. In the winter, the Norwell Men’s Club often sets up a temporary ice skating rink […]
82-90 Bridge St, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
A small grassy park in North Weymouth, at the foot of the Fore River Bridge. Features a 0.25-mile paved walking trail and numerous benches, with views of King’s Cove, the […]
129 Washington St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
After centuries of agricultural use, this beautiful and historic field in Hanover Four Corners was preserved in 2021 by the Wildlands Trust and the Town of Hanover. It features a […]
774 Tremont St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury’s main cemetery. Located on Tremont Street (Route 3A), it’s a beautiful, centrally-located, tree-filled place with about 2 miles of paved roadways. A great spot for a walk! Also explore […]
83 Jordan Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Plymouth’s largest athletic playing field complex. Includes a playground and a 1.5-mile paved walking trail. Also: 3 regulation soccer fields, 2 senior league baseball fields, 2 football/lacrosse fields, 1 adult […]
12 Church St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Pilgrim Plymouth’s first official cemetery, established in 1622. Also the site of their first fort and meeting house. Located on a hill directly behind Plymouth’s commercial area, this is a […]
81 Beaver Dam Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This property features 126 acres of retired cranberry bogs, slowly returning to their natural state. In addition, there are 1.5 miles of wide, flat trails to enjoy, as well as […]
16 Surrey Dr, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Currently (2023) the only conservation area in West Plymouth. Twelve acres with views of Clear Pond and a wide, flat 0.65-mile trail around a former cranberry bog. A great spot […]
1130 Main St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Just over a half mile of trails through 25 acres of historic farmland and woods, with up-close views of Accord Brook. Connects to McKenna Marsh Conservation Area, where you’ll find another […]
79 Water St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This grassy state park with numerous shade trees extends along Plymouth’s waterfront, offering numerous views of the harbor. Also featured: a pavilion, at least a half mile of paved walking […]
88 Billington St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
A small grassy park with a short gravel trail, on the banks of Town Brook. Stroller-friendly. Located at the site of the First Water Privilege, where a series of mills […]
145 Elm St, Halifax, MA 02338, USA
This alternate entrance to the Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area provides access to over 2,000 acres of ponds, marsh, swamps and retired cranberry bogs with several miles of walking trails. […]
Hobart St, Hingham, MA 02043, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
A hilltop meadow and a network of trails around Brewer Pond are just some of the features of this 112-acre Hingham Conservation property. Combined with Brewer Reservation across the street, […]
47 Cottage St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
A grassy hilltop with a woodland that slopes down to a stream and salt marsh, protected as wildlife habitat. A bench overlooks Hingham Harbor. The distance from the parking area […]
1002Summer St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Open fields surrounded by woodlands with some old stone walls and foundations.
104 Temple St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The oldest working cranberry bog in Duxbury is now conservation land! Walk the 0.73-mile perimeter loop trail around the bogs. Continue your walk for 2.3 miles in the Williams Preserve, […]
633 Temple St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Over 100 acres of cranberry bogs, woodlands and wetlands, with a 2.2-mile trail network and views of Harlow Brook. Directly adjacent to Whiton Woods.
2-102 King Caesar Rd, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Located across the street from the King Caesar House museum, this small grassy park offers gorgeous views of Duxbury Bay.
46 Broad St, Weymouth, MA 02188, USA
Multi-use park behind Tufts Library with two playgrounds, a picnic area, 0.6 miles of walking paths, plus a basketball court and a baseball/softball field. Stroller-friendly.
910 Broad St, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
Located in Jackson Square. Athletic fields with a 0.3-mile paved walking trail around the perimeter, a small playground, and a short nature trail. Stroller-friendly. Directly adjacent to Stephen Rennie Herring […]
0 Emery Ln, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
24-acre hilltop park with views of the Boston Skyline. Features a 0.25-mile paved walking loop and a shade pavilion. Wheelchair- and stroller-friendly. Very close to Legion Memorial Field.
Landing Rd, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
State- and town-owned landing on the Jones River. Access for canoes, kayaks and “car-top carry”-size boats. A short (0.1 mile) trail and boardwalk leads through the marsh to the river […]
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Also known as the Seaside Rail Trail and the Grace Trail, this 1.2-mile all-access trail connects Nelson Memorial Park to the Cordage Park commercial area. Extending along the shoreline, it offers […]
Court St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
A large open field on a gently sloping hillside, overlooking historic Plymouth Harbor. Take a walk around the perimeter (0.6 miles). For a longer excursion, continue along the 1-mile North […]
9 Baslers Ln, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
A short walk along wetlands and through woods and open fields, with close-up views of Smelt Brook. Sometimes misidentified on maps as Pawtuxet Park. Named for the Patuxet, members of the […]
60 Beaver Dam Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This varied 481-acre property in Manomet features a winding coastal stream bordered by freshwater wetlands. It offers 3 miles of trails through meadows and woodlands, along ponds, swamps, and streams. […]
600 Franklin St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
A loose network of roads, paved pathways, and trails through meadow and forest provides a pleasant 1-mile loop for pedestrians and nature enthusiasts.
306 Winter St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
This gorgeous, tree-lined, 41-acre hay field offers a glimpse of Duxbury’s agricultural past. A cart path provides about 0.25 mile of trail, with ample opportunities for extending your walk along the […]
326 Plymouth St, Abington, MA 02351, USA
Agricultural setting with a half-mile flat gravel walking path, an athletic field, and a small picnic area. Located on Route 58. Extend your walk along the Rockland Rail Trail, just […]
53 Pierce Ave, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
A rare glimpse of Hanson’s agricultural past. A wide, nearly 1-mile woodland trail leads to a large open meadow. Additional trails traverse what was once the location of the Plymouth […]
482 Elm St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Hanson’s largest conservation property. More than 2 miles of trails through 101 acres of woods and wetlands, including a section of the Bay Circuit Trail. Rustic boardwalk over Poor Meadow […]
37 Deerfield Ln, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
A picturesque public water supply surrounded by a 1.5-mile trail. Also known as the Abington/Rockland Reservoir. Located on the Hanover/Rockland line. This is a public water supply, so swimming, fishing […]
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Trails around a small cranberry bog with pond views. Connected by trail to Lansing Bennett Forest and Ashdod Forest.
Crowell Conservation Area, 225 Lincoln St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
A retired cranberry bog with approx. 2 miles of trails. Around the former-bog areas, the trails are wide and feature views of marshes, ponds and wetlands. A 1-mile spur trail extends […]
Cherry Ln, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
About a mile of wide, flat trails around cranberry bogs, with open fields, ponds and wetlands on the periphery. Access to Island Creek Pond for fishing. Directly adjacent to Round […]
174 East St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
This 198-acre property features active cranberry bogs, wetlands, reservoirs, and forested upland, with a 4.5-mile trail network, including a section of the Bay Circuit Trail. Occasionally it is closed to […]
31 Loring St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Large scenic property with 2 miles of trails through woodlands and meadows, plus spectacular views of Kingston Bay. The southern terminus of the Bay Circuit Trail. Stroller-friendly in some sections.
Wildlands Trust - Capt. David Cushman Jr. Preserve, Anchorage Ln, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Small open field with perimeter trail and nesting boxes. Stroller-friendly. Access road offers gorgeous views of the Bluefish River.
Abigail Adams State Park, Bridge Street, Weymouth, MA, USA
A 0.7-mile paved walking trail along the Weymouth Back River, and a convenient place to launch your canoe or kayak. Stroller-friendly. Part of the Back River Trail. Extend your visit […]
192 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Hike or drive to the top of this 187-foot hill for spectacular views of the Boston skyline, the Harbor Islands, and the Hull-2 wind turbine. The 62-acre property, managed by The […]
666 Main St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Trails through woodlands and meadows, with several old stone walls, plus a view of Fulling Mill Brook. Directly adjacent to Lehner Conservation Area. Access is limited on school days. Please […]
115 Turkey Hill Ln, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
A family-friendly working farm (75 acres) with beautiful landscapes and 2 miles of varied walking trails. The barnyard is open seasonally. Cows, pigs and other livestock can often be spotted […]
Stodders Neck, Lincoln Street, Hingham, MA, USA
A peninsula at the mouth of the Back River. Harborside trails and a hilltop view. Popular for dog walking. Stroller-friendly.
382 Pleasant St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Over 2,000 acres of ponds, marsh, swamps and retired cranberry bogs with several miles of walking trails. Managed by the state for fisheries and wildlife habitat, as well as open […]
87 Wharf St, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
Transformed from a landfill to a scenic park with stunning views of the Weymouth Back River. Part of the Back River Trail system, with a direct link to Great Esker […]
32 S Pleasant St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Grasslands, mixed forest, wetlands, and streams, with trails. Directly adjacent to Jacobs Meadow.
361 River St, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
A grassy peninsula between Weymouth’s Back and Fore Rivers with one mile of easy walking trails. This 36-acre state park is the only mainland portion of the Boston Harbor Islands […]
141 Whitman Ave, Whitman, MA 02382, USA
This grassy 14-acre park designed by the Olmsted Brothers, features a pond with a water fountain, broad walking paths, numerous benches and memorials, plus athletic fields, picnic tables, a seasonal […]
139 Monroe St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
A 2.7-mile network of wide, flat walking trails through the woods and around a retired cranberry bog. A section of the Bay Circuit Trail extends through this property.
45 Whiting St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Nearly 2 miles of trails with several bridges over Longwater Brook and the Drinkwater River. Mostly woodland, with sections extending along the grassy edges of athletic fields. Also nearby, check […]
3533+Q7 Hanson, MA, USA
A retired cranberry bog surrounded by walking trails and wetlands. Also known as Smitty’s Bog. Car-top boat access to Indian Head Pond. Contiguous with Camp Kiwanee in Hanson, as well as […]
Forge Pond Park, 245 King St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
40 acre athletic complex with a 4+ mile network of paved and woodland walking trails. Canoe/kayak access to Forge Pond. Seasonal ice skating. Stroller-friendly. Please respect the “Trail Closed” signs. […]
Marshfield Recreation Department, 900 Ferry St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Former location of a Coast Guard Communications Center, established in 1943 during World War II to transmit weather information and keep track of shipping along the Eastern Seaboard. The property […]
325 Standish St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Prior to the 1898 Portland Gale, the area between Marshfield’s Rexhame Beach and the southern end of Humarock was the mouth of the North River. It was a major center […]
145 Pudding Hill Ln, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
This 37-acre Wildlands Trust property is located on Chandler’s Pond and the South River. It features 1.6 miles of trails. The pond owes its existence to a dam built for […]
214 Plain St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
27 acres of Marshfield Conservation land with 1/2 mile of trail around a former cranberry bog, with streams that flow into the South River. May be suitable for ice skating, […]
Wildlands Trust - Willow Brook Farm Preserve, 99 Barker St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
The Wildlands Trust owns these 167 acres of upland and wetlands at the confluence of Pudding and Herring Brooks. The area is renowned as one of the most diverse inland […]
Mass Audubon's Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary, Winslow Cemetery Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
578 acres along the Green Harbor River, owned by Mass Audubon. The Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary contains a variety of habitats, including grasslands, marsh, red cedar swamp, and upland forest. […]
Donovan Fields, Circuit St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Norwell’s Conservation Commission owns these woods and open fields, located at the intersection of Circuit, Forest, and Pleasant Streets. The property consists of 150 acres. Fifty acres of fields are […]
32 New Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Herring River Trail runs 0.4-miles along a former railroad bed through the marshes to the Herring River. The railroad bed continues through the marshes to the North River, but […]
Wildlands Trust - Phillips Farm Preserve, Highland St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
40 acres owned by The Wildlands Trust. Contiguous with several other protected natural areas, the property has trails that connect to Nelson Memorial Forest and Union Street Woodland.
Mass Audubon's North River Wildlife Sanctuary, 2000 Main St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Mass Audubon’s 225-acre North River Wildlife Sanctuary features 2.5 miles of trails through field and forest, including a 0.25 mile universally accessible sensory trail. An observation platform on the North […]
280 Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
A scenic, 0.3-mile gravel walkway for public use. It extends along the edge of the Herring River marsh, through the James Landing condominium complex, with views of the Herring River. […]
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The Preble Family deeded this 50-acre parcel of marsh and barrier beach to the NSRWA in 1975. The marsh protects the nesting grounds for the Piping Plover. Pedestrian access via […]
