192 HMS Halsted Dr, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation owns this tiny, grassy park in the Hingham Shipyard commercial center. It links directly to the Hewitts Landing Waterfront Walkway, which extends behind a residential area along the water’s edge, providing about 0.25 miles of easy, scenic walking. Located right next door to the commuter boat.
95 Otis St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
This multi-purpose park on Hingham Harbor features a beach for swimming, lawns, shade trees, a 0.25-mile brick walkway trail, seasonal restrooms and concessions, and a bandstand, plus interpretive signage about the area’s history. Home of the Hingham Farmers’ Market. Enjoy the spectacular views of Hingham Harbor and World’s End.
PLYM-014A, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This expansive stone jetty extends for 0.58 miles into Plymouth Harbor. Also on site, the Plymouth Harbormaster and the Leo F. DeMarsh State Boat Ramp, as well as a small public park with a paved/concrete walkway along the water’s edge. The boat launching ramp is appropriate for both trailer and car-top boats (launch/parking fee applies to […]
PLYM-014A, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Public boat ramp and small park with a paved/concrete walkway along Plymouth Harbor. Also the home of the Plymouth Harbormaster and the Plymouth Harbor Jetty. Appropriate for both trailer and car top boat launching (launch/parking fee applies to both).
Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Boston skyline! This grassy hilltop park offers benches and a picnic area — a great spot to sit and contemplate the natural world.
255 Water St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Beachfront playground with picnic tables, benches and a large grassy area. Small sandy beach, plus launch ramp for canoes and kayaks. Paved walking trail with direct link to North Plymouth Rail Trail. Seasonal features include restrooms, concessions stand, splash pad.
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 Plymouth Rail Trail, immediately adjacent.
Grays Beach Rd, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Town park and small beach with playground, athletic courts, paved walking loop, picnic area, and seasonal restrooms. Open to the public year-round. Resident ($15) and non-resident ($30) parking stickers required from April through October.
60 Beaver Dam Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This large and varied property features a winding coastal stream bordered by freshwater wetlands. It offers 3 miles of trails through meadows and woodlands, along ponds, wetlands and streams.
100 Lighthouse Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Also known as Old Scituate Light, this c. 1810 structure was the 11th lighthouse built in the United States. Small plaques posted at various points on site offer tidbits of the property’s history. Outdoor visitors are welcome year-round. Occasional tours are available from the Scituate Historical Society. Note: The keeper’s house is a private residence.
80 Market St, Rockland, MA 02370, USA
Small pond for fishing and paddling near Rockland’s commercial center.
Silver Lake Sanctuary, Barse's Ln, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Lakeside property with trails through the woods and along the shore. Check with Kingston Town Hall for possible fishing permits.
306 Winter St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
A glimpse of Duxbury’s agricultural past. A gorgeous, tree-lined open field with a small drumlin hill at its center. A cart path provides about 0.25 mile of trail, with ample opportunities for extending your walk along the edges of the fields.
Minot Beach, Scituate, MA, USA
Sandy beach with beautiful views of Minot Ledge Light and Massachusetts Bay. Access at the corner of Gannett Road & Glades Road, via passageway on left side of Minot Post Office, and from two lots on Bailey’s Causeway.
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. As this is a public water supply, swimming, fishing and boating are not permitted.
88 Masthead Dr, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
This 0.4-mile trail extends through the woods to the North River just west of the Route 3 Bridge. Don’t miss the view of the North River at the end of the trail. Just downstream is a historic site known as Bald Hills/Stetson Shipyard. It is also the location of the Route 3 Bridge.
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Five contiguous nature preserves featuring ponds, pine barrens, beech and mixed hardwood forests, with numerous trails. Canoeing is permitted on Halfway Pond itself, which can be accessed from Mast Road.
100 Central St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Busy commercial harbor. Home to the Marshfield Harbormaster. Launch your boat from the public ramp, fish from the pier, or just sit and watch the fishing boats.
Joseph Driebeck Way, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Harbor Park is a small, grassy town park, located directly on Green Harbor itself. The Harbor Walk is a wide, 1-mile long, sidewalk-type walkway. It connects Harbor Park to the Marshfield Town Pier, the Brant Rock Esplanade, and Peter Igo Park. It extends along Route 139, crossing the Green Harbor River, and continues to Careswell Street.
MARS-M05-07, #11A, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Public beach with seasonal lifeguards and portable restrooms. Resident parking. Located at the end of Beach Street.
3 South St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Public beach with seasonal lifeguards and restrooms. Resident and non-resident parking. Located at the intersection of Ocean Street and Dyke Road.
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Trails around a small cranberry bog with pond views. Directly adjacent to Ashdod Forest.
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Trails through woodlands and meadows, with spectacular views of Kingston Bay. Stroller-friendly in some sections.
645 Washington St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
A tiny property within Duxbury’s Old Shipbuilders District with beautiful views of the Bluefish River.
349 Autumn Ave, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Trails through woods, wetlands and pasture, with up-close views of the only working dairy farm in Duxbury. The property has been in continuous agricultural use since the early 1700s.
35 Island View Rd, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
This diminutive property on Woodbine Road features a short trail along the edge of Whitman’s Pond, as well as a small section of shoreline suitable for fishing, and for launching canoes and kayaks. Woodbine Island is also part of the property.
World's End, Martins Lane, Hingham, MA, USA
The jewel in the crown of South Shore nature preserves, designed in part by Frederick Law Olmsted. Rolling hills bordered by Hingham Harbor and the Weir River with majestic views of the Boston skyline. Several miles of trails and cart paths. Part of the Boston Harbor Islands National Park Area. IMPORTANT: most days a parking […]
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. Several miles of trails connect to the Whitney Spur Rail Trail, Weir River Farm and Whitney & Thayer Woods.
115 Turkey Hill Ln, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
A family-friendly working farm with beautiful landscapes and 2 miles of varied walking trails. The barnyard is open seasonally. Cows, pigs and other livestock can often be spotted grazing in fenced-in areas alongside the trails. Don’t miss the view of the Boston city skyline from Turkey Hill Lane. Immediately adjacent to Turkey Hill and Whitney […]
542 Liberty St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Small pond near Hanson Town Hall, suitable for fishing and paddling. The island within it is privately owned. You’ll find a ramp and access for small boats here. For trail access, visit Veterans Memorial Town Forest – Hanson, immediately adjacent.
317 Gurnet Rd, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The Town of Duxbury’s public beach. Cash parking fee. No sticker required. Access to Duxbury Bay for shellfishing and paddling.
370 Powder Point Ave, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
This landmark, open to the public, offers gorgeous views of Duxbury Bay and access to Duxbury Beach. A popular spot for fishing. Access to Duxbury Bay for shellfishing and paddling.
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 National Recreation Area. Stroller-friendly.
350 Plymouth Street, Pembroke, MA, USA
Small pond in a quiet setting, ideal for fishing, swimming, paddling, and seasonal ice skating.
76-44 Woodbine Ave, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
Small pond in a neighborhood setting, ideal for swimming, fishing and paddling.
183 Wampatuck Street, Pembroke, MA, USA
Large pond for fishing, swimming, paddling, and small motorboats. Winter activities here include ice skating and ice fishing.
Furnace Pond Beach, Furnace Colony Drive, Pembroke, MA, USA
Large pond in neighborhood setting, ideal for fishing, paddling and seasonal ice skating.
23 Howland Landing, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
A hillside park overlooking Kingston Bay with a launch for small boats.
1250 Ferry St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
A ferry service operated here from 1638 to 1881 or 1882. Probably the oldest North River shipyards, including those of the Hall and Keene families, were located here as well. This was a prime location for shipbuilding, near the original river mouth. The 21-ton Mattakeesett, the only steamboat built on the river, was constructed at […]
68 Peabody Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
6 acres of Marshfield Conservation land with a trail through mixed forest and wetlands. An oasis for migrating birds. Located diagonally across the street from Ferry Hill Center.
1176 Ferry St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
This boat ramp provides access to the South River for both paddlers and motor boats. It is owned by the Town of Marshfield. Across the South River is Humarock, part of the town of Scituate. Tide Math: High tide at the Marshfield Town Landing is about 30 minutes after the Boston high tide. NORTH, SOUTH, & […]
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Look for the kiosk in the parking area for the CVS at 1880 Ocean Street and follow the Rail Trail beside it 0.15 miles to the Francis Keville Bridge, a beautiful spot overlooking the South River and its marshes. A ramp and float provide seasonal access for small non-motorized boats. Also nearby, on the Rail […]
85 Willow St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
34 acres of Marshfield Conservation land along both the mainstem of the South River and Zenas Brook, a tributary. Trails through woods and wetlands with bridges and small sections of boardwalk. The property connects to Marshfield’s Bridle Path and Rail Trail.
2054 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Originally constructed 1646 when it was known as Otter Bridge. Sometimes the adjacent banks are used as a canoe launch, but there is now a better launch site downstream at the Francis Keville Footbridge.
Wildlands Trust- Pudding Hill Reservation, 81 Pudding Hill Ln, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
37-acre Wildlands Trust property located on Chandler’s Pond and the South River. The pond owes its existence to a dam built for milling operations in colonial times. Both the pond-side meadow and the trail leading up a forested ridge offer views.
Wildlands Trust - Hoyt-Hall Preserve, 780 Careswell St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
A wonderful place for a walk! 123 diverse acres surrounding Long Tom Pond. A long loop trail leads through freshwater wetlands, red maple swamp, and mature forest. A prime location for birding. Owned by The Wildlands Trust. Spur trail to the Winslow House.
149 Barker St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
This Pembroke Conservation property surrounds Herring Brook. Herring begin their annual migration in the springtime, usually in April. Starting from Massachusetts Bay, they swim up the North River for 12 miles to this site and beyond. They are on their way to their spawning grounds at Gorham Mill, Oldham Pond, and Furnace Pond. You can […]
1126 Broadway, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
This linear property is owned by Hanover Conservation. It extends for 2 miles along the banks of the Indian Head River in South Hanover. The trails follow the course of the river and offer stunning views. A former railroad bed provides the primary trail. Several narrower footpaths lead right up to the water’s edge, often […]
418 Elm St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
The Tucker Preserve is 78.6 acre property owned by the Wildlands Trust. A looping network of trails leads through the woods and across two streams, with several captivating views of the Indian Head River. At the western boundary, there is a large grove of hemlock. Peering down from the top of the ridge into the […]
415 W Elm St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
It’s hard to miss the fish ladder at Luddam’s Ford Park! The large concrete structure spans the Indian Head River on the Hanover/Pembroke town line. Fish ladders help migratory fish such as herring and shad get past obstacles so they can swim upstream to their spawning grounds each spring. The pond behind the dam is […]
418 Elm St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
The Pembroke Conservation Commission owns these 34 acres of open meadow and forested upland. The Clapp Rubber Works (founded in 1873), the largest of its kind in the country, once stood here, on both sides of the river. Look for remains of the factory in the woods on the Pembroke side, just south of the […]
243 Elm St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
The Hanover Conservation Commission owns these 22-acres of open meadow and forested upland. The Curtis Anchor Forge was located here in the 1700s, and later the Clapp Rubber Mill (founded in 1873), the largest of its kind in the country. The dam on the Indian Head River fueled these industries as well as earlier mills. […]
290 Corn Hill Ln, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Mary’s Garden is tiny “pocket park” at the end of Cornhill Lane. It offers gorgeous views of the North River and its marshes. It was created in honor of Mary Eliot, who lived nearby and was a longtime, staunch supporter of river conservation efforts. This is also the site of the Rogers Shipyard (1790-1819). Pacific […]
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 leased out for agricultural purposes. Another 100 acres, mostly woods, are home to wildlife habitat and at least 2 miles of walking trails. Donovan-Wildcat is […]
81 Jacobs Ln, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
189 acres of Norwell Conservation Land with an extensive trail system around the north, east, and west sides of the 60-acre pond. There are canoe/kayak launches at both the Jacobs Lane and Duncan Drive entrances. There is a fishing dock at Jacobs Lane. Other fishing locations include the Cliff Prentiss Bridge near Duncan Drive, the island […]
18 Dover St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
This 129-acre parcel with more than a half-mile of river frontage is owned by the Trustees (formerly Trustees of Reservations). Second Herring Brook passes through the property, and flows into the North River. There are two miles of trails, plus a boat house with views of river. Stroller-friendly in some sections. Don’t miss the view from […]
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 there is no public access to this section. Stroller-friendly. Continue your walk on the Driftway Multi-Purpose Path, which continues past the James Landing Walkway to […]
1361 Union St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
The Town of Marshfield owns this 15-acre conservation parcel, which is located directly on the North River, just upstream of the Union Street Bridge. It is a public canoe/kayak launch with a 2 picnic tables. The property is also the site of the former Brooks-Tilden Shipyard (1701-1848). Tides at the Marshfield Launch are delayed ~1 […]
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 River is one of the sanctuary’s many attractions.
299 Damons Point Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
A Marshfield Town Pier is located here, offering a fine scenic vista with wooden benches. On the western side, there is a small launch for kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards. Use extreme caution if paddling through, and past, Damon’s Point toward the Spit, because of dangerous currents. Tide Math: High tide at Damon’s Point is about […]
1 Country Way, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Pocket park managed by Scituate Historical Society. Views of the First Herring Brook and a historic water-driven mill and dam. Cross the street to Old Oaken Bucket Pond to view the fish ladder and the spring migration of herring.
32 New Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Driftway Multi-Purpose Path is a 1.5-mile paved bicycle and walking trail. It extends alongside The Driftway from the parking area for the Herring Brook Trail to Gilson Road. Stroller-friendly. It connects such sites as the Herring River Trail, the James Landing Walkway, Driftway Conservation Park, Widow’s Walk Golf Course, and the Scituate Dog Park.
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. Continue your walk on the Driftway Multi-Purpose Path, which continues in one direction to Herring River Trail, and in the other direction to Driftway Conservation Park, […]
Conservation Park, Driftway, Scituate, MA, USA
This 334-acre Scituate Conservation property features a panoramic view of the Herring River and its salt marshes. In the 1930s, Boston Sand and Gravel owned the property and mined it for projects such as the construction of Logan International Airport. You can still see vestiges of the wharf that was built to aid in the […]
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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 a path at the corner of Collier and Moreland Roads, Scituate, but no public parking.
