516 Pond St, East Bridgewater, MA 02333, USA
A warm-water pond in Halifax and East Bridgewater, suitable for fishing, swimming, paddling, and small boats. Gravel launch ramp.
Great Herring Pond Access Site, Herring Pond Road, Bourne, MA, USA
Access site for Great Herring Pond, with a shallow gravel boat ramp. Suitable for small motorized boats, as well as canoes and kayaks. Swimming is not permitted. For fishing, the […]
3 James Ave, Hull, MA 02045, USA
Public fishing pier and boat launch area on Hull Bay. Suitable for canoes, kayaks and other small craft.
2 A St, Hull, MA 02045, USA
Public fishing pier and boat launch ramp with beautiful views of Hull Bay. Adjacent to Safe Harbor Sunset Bay Marina.
27 N Shore Rd, Holbrook, MA 02343, USA
A 31-acre pond with about 0.1 mile of grassy shoreline, along with some woods. A pleasant spot for fishing, paddling, and enjoying nature. Suitable for launching non-motorized boats such as […]
33 Parker Ave, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
Public boat ramp located on Parker Avenue in Cohasset, on Bailey’s Creek, with access to Cohasset Harbor and the Gulf River. Immediately adjacent to Cohasset Harbor Marina. Boating access to […]
66R7+WQ Scituate, MA, USA
This 3/4 mile-long barrier beach extends into the Gulf River from Scituate and defines the northwest side of Cohasset Harbor. It is only accessible by boat. It is open to […]
26 Silva St, Carver, MA 02330, USA
This 21-acre natural pond features a small sandy beach and a forested shoreline. Suitable for swimming, fishing, paddling and seasonal ice skating.
224 Clark Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Public access ramp for Long Pond, managed by the Massachusetts Division of Conservation and Recreation. The property features a concrete ramp, a small fishing area, and parking spaces for 29 boat […]
Fresh Pond Park, 220 Bartlett Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Large pond in woodland setting in Manomet with a public beach, seasonal lifeguards, and a launch area for non-motorized boats. Also features a small playground area and some short forest […]
75 Cove St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
This undeveloped town landing offers access to the Duck Hill River and the Duxbury Back River. A great spot to launch a canoe or kayak!
35 Mattakeeset Ct, Duxbury, MA, USA
Also known as the Mattakeeset Court Town Landing, this spot is home to the Duxbury Harbormaster. Located on Duxbury Bay, between the Duxbury Yacht Club and the Duxbury Bay Maritime […]
44 Landing Rd, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
A small town-owned beach off Bay Road, on Kingston Bay. Located at the end of Landing Road.
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 […]
Safford St, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
A scenic park in South Braintree designed for fishing, paddling, and seasonal swimming. Facilities include a gazebo, picnic tables, a playground, a launch for non-motorized boats, and seasonal restrooms. There […]
40 Lakeview St, Carver, MA 02330, USA
This large pond in South Carver is a great spot for fishing, paddling and swimming. Features a paved town access ramp and a sandy beach, at separate locations on Lakeview […]
645 Washington St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
This scenic spot features two historic sites as well as a town landing/ boat launch. Located across the street from the Reynolds-Maxwell Garden, on the banks of the Bluefish River.
50 George Washington Blvd, Hull, MA 02045, USA
This small, town-owned launch ramp is located between Steamboat Wharf and Jake’s Restaurant, on George Washington Blvd. The ramp is only functional at higher tides. Part of the Weir River […]
100 Little Herring Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This 43-acre property offers a 0.75-mile cart path along a ridge between Little Herring Pond and Triangle Pond. There are additional trails that extend to Little Herring Pond, some more […]
166 Hedges Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Large (105-acre) woodland park with a 26-acre pond. Features include: a sandy swimming beach, recreational facilities, a 2.25-mile trail loop, picnic tables, and a small playground. Seasonal restrooms. Suitable for […]
99 Cole Pkwy, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Also known as the Bill Stetson Boat Ramp, this paved public boat ramp is located in the heart of Scituate Harbor at the mouth of Satuit Brook. Also on site, […]
Scituate, MA 02066, USA
A state-owned public boat launch ramp on Scituate Harbor, with ample parking and no fee. Very busy on summer weekends! Courtesy docking with a 15-minute tie-up limit. Also known as […]
40 Holmes St, Halifax, MA 02338, USA
Sandy beach and boat ramp on East Monponsett Pond, with a picnic table. Water access for canoes and kayaks, as well as boats. Please do not feed the waterfowl. Located […]
63 Cushing St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
This 19-acre woodland features about a mile of trails, with numerous access points on Cushing Pond. This a a great place to fish or paddle, or just to enjoy views […]
Morton Park Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Plymouth’s largest park, located between Little Pond and the Billington Sea, features 200 acres of forest, wetlands, trails and shoreline, and is a popular location for fishing and birding. Amenities […]
194 Cranberry Rd, Carver, MA 02330, USA
Myles Standish State Forest is large — more than 12,400 acres. Many rare habitats and species can be found here including Pine Barrens, frost pockets, coastal plain kettle ponds, as […]
45 River St, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Located on the Jones River, this is the home of the Kingston Harbormaster. There is a fishing pier, a launch ramp for boats, seasonal floats and moorings, plus some benches […]
75 Bourne St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Two ponds set within 64 acres of forest in North Plymouth, plus 2.8 miles of trails. The ponds are stocked annually with trout, making this a nice spot for fishing. […]
264 Standish Ave, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Small, grassy pondside park in North Plymouth, next door to Hedge Elementary School. Stroller-friendly. Easily confused with the larger and more diverse Hedges Pond Recreation Area & Preserve, in the […]
2522+2Q Halifax, MA, USA
This sandy beach is located on Lingan Street, on the shore of West Monponsett Pond. It features grass and open forest, with a picnic area and a boat launch site. […]
556-470 MA-58, Halifax, MA 02338, USA
Paved parking area on Route 58 in Halifax, featuring boat ramp and pier on West Monponsett Pond. Additional roadside pull-off (10 cars) nearby, to the south. Water access for canoes […]
218 Gannett Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Located on private property but open to the public, this small boat launch site on Gannett Road in Scituate offers access to the lower reaches of Musquashcut Brook, as well […]
132R Sandwich St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This 7-acre outdoor recreational complex on Plymouth Harbor features tennis and basketball courts, a softball field, a playground, a concession stand with restrooms (in season), a picnic area, and an […]
30 Atlantic Ave, Hull, MA 02045, USA
This tiny property on the Hull-Cohasset line provides paddling access to the 92-acre Straits Pond. Part of the Weir River Estuary Park.
333 George Washington Blvd, Hull, MA 02045, USA
Home of the Weir River Watershed Association. The facility provides river access as well as two meeting rooms for community organizations.
41 French St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Formerly part of a cranberry bog system, this small pond on French Street offers scenic water views and 0.4 miles of woodland trails, plus ice skating in the winter. Also […]
403 East St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Consider this Hingham property during the coldest days of winter, when the pond freezes sufficiently for ice skating. For decades, the red-shingled “Skate House” stood at this site, providing shelter […]
Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
This property includes a small historic site and a 13-acre pond. The Cushing Ice House once stood here. It was used to store ice harvested from the pond. Island Creek […]
99 Ship Yard Ln, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
This small sandy beach on Duxbury Bay requires a resident parking sticker. Launch your canoe or kayak here to explore the bay.
595 Congress St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
This small but picturesque pond on Route 14 in Duxbury is suitable for fishing and paddling. There is a small island in the middle. The pond is located between Congress […]
47 Wareham St, Middleborough, MA 02346, USA
Also known as the Middleborough Herring Run, the Wareham Street Dam and Bridge, and the Wareham Street Fish Ladder. This small park on the Nemasket River is a perfect spot […]
119 HMS Halsted Dr, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
A half mile trail along the shoreline and through the woods, at Hewitts Cove. Gorgeous views of the Boston skyline, Grape Island, the Hingham Shipyard, the Weymouth Back River, and […]
Weir River Estuary Park, 333 George Washington Blvd, Hull, MA 02045, USA
Extending into the towns of Hingham, Hull and Cohasset, this broad area features opportunities for fishing, paddling, boating, hiking, and birding, as well as historical points of interest. Consult the […]
Whitney Wharf Park, -99, 53 Summer St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
This small town-owned park is situated on and beside Whitney Wharf in Hingham Harbor. One side features a grassy drumlin hill, a recently-updated (2023) launch ramp for boats, a dredged […]
30 Summer St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Located on historic Barnes Wharf, the Hingham Maritime Center offers sailing, rowing, maritime education, and community access to the waterfront. The stone wharf dates back to the steamboat era. Swimming […]
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 […]
19 Town Wharf, 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 […]
George Lane Beach, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
Located on a peninsula between the Fore and Back rivers in North Weymouth, this beach offers a large parking area and restrooms for residents and non-residents, as well as a […]
Weymouth, MA 02188, USA
Small playground in the Idlewell neighborhood in Weymouth, with a baseball field, a basketball court, and a large grassy area. Located on Mill Cove on the Fore River. A small […]
Weymouth-Fore River Canoe Access, Fore River Riverwalk, Weymouth, MA 02188, USA
Launch ramp for canoes, kayaks and other car-top boats, on the Fore River. Access to the (1-mile) Monatiquot River Walk. No swimming.
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 […]
21 River St, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
Public boat launch ramp on the Weymouth Back River, also known as the Weymouth Back River Ramp. Directly adjacent to North Weymouth’s George E. Lane Beach.
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. 3.9 acres. Paved walking trail with direct link to […]
Wompatuck Entrance (The Res), 558 Beechwood St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
This entrance to Wompatuck State Park offers direct access to the Aaron River Reservoir. Hike up the steep hill beside the spillway for an incredible view. You can walk across […]
488 Middle St, East Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
Whitman’s Pond is a headwater to the Weymouth Back River and a spawning area for herring. This small park offers pond access for anglers, paddlers and boaters. It also serves […]
80 Market St, Rockland, MA 02370, USA
Small pond for fishing and paddling near Rockland’s commercial center.
891 W Washington St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
The confluence of Poor Meadow Brook and the Shumatuscacant River lies deep within this 115-acre property. There is also a beaver dam! A new (2022) 1-mile trail leads in two […]
371-387 Mast Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Five contiguous nature preserves totaling 550 acres. Featuring ponds, pine barrens, beech and mixed hardwood forests, with more than 6 miles of trails. Canoeing is permitted on Halfway Pond itself, […]
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.
29 Marshall Ave #1, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Town-owned park with athletic courts, a small playground, and access for non-motorized boats and rowing shells to the Green Harbor River. In season, there is a small pier with floats […]
MARS-M05-07, #11A, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Public beach with seasonal lifeguards, portable restrooms and a jetty. Resident parking. Located at the end of Beach Street.
35 Island View Rd, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
This diminutive property on Woodbine Road features a 0.16-mile trail along the edge of Whitman’s Pond, as well as a small section of shoreline suitable for fishing, and for launching […]
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 […]
21 Triphammer Rd, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
A 19-acre pond surrounded by woods with a 1-mile walking trail around the perimeter. Try ice skating here in the winter. Watch for migrating fish (in the fish ladder) in […]
542 Liberty St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Small pond near Hanson Town Hall, suitable for fishing, paddling and seasonal ice skating. You’ll find a ramp and access for small boats here. Swimming is not permitted. The island […]
Ames Nowell State Park, Linwood Street, Abington, MA, USA
Cleveland Pond sits at the center of this large property, with 10+ miles of paved and unpaved trails through forest and wetlands. Launch your non-motorized boat on the pond. Equestrians […]
123 Park Ave, Abington, MA 02351, USA
The crown jewel of Abington’s public parks. This historic 53-acre property was the location of Abolitionist meetings in the mid-1800s. Located on a pond-like section of the Shumatuscacant River, with […]
260 Gurnet Rd, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The southern portion of Duxbury Beach requires a permit to park or to drive over sand, but pedestrian access is free. Access to Duxbury Bay for shellfishing and paddling. Note: […]
260 Gurnet Rd, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The Town of Duxbury’s public beach, with access to Duxbury Bay for shellfishing and paddling. Cash parking fee. No sticker required. Enter from Marshfield, following Canal Street to Gurnet Road. […]
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 Park and Duxbury Beach Reservation. A popular spot for fishing. Launch your canoe, […]
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 […]
287 Tobey Garden St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Small wooded park with access for canoes and kayaks to Island Creek Pond. Seasonal ice skating.
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.
470 Liberty Street, Braintree, MA, USA
Two miles of paved trails around a pond plus additional woodland paths. 320 acres altogether. A popular spot for jogging, bike riding, cross country skiing, fishing, camping and non-motorized boating. […]
7 Elva Rd, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
A forest-covered gravel ridge and an expansive salt marsh along the Weymouth Back River. Over 6 miles of paved and unpaved trails. Paved trails are stroller-friendly. Beautiful views of the […]
23 Howland Landing, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
A hillside park, with both wooded and grassy areas. Located on Duxbury’s Standish Shores, overlooking Kingston Bay. Features interpretive signage and a launch area for small boats.
Camp Kiwanee, Camp Kiwanee Road, Hanson, MA, USA
Historic town-owned campground and function venue with wooded trails. Located on Maquan Pond.
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Large pond surrounded by woodlands, ideal for fishing and paddling. Winter activities here include ice skating and ice fishing. Also known as the Marcus L. Urann Fisherman’s Landing. Directly adjacent to […]
1 Camp Kiwanee Rd, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Woodland pond with seasonal swimming beach. Car-top boat access year-round (gas motors prohibited). Seasonal ice skating. Directly adjacent to Camp Kiwanee and the Alton J. Smith Reserve.
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
This 0.5 mile trail along French’s Stream features water views and a wooden bridge. Access from Forge Pond Park in Hanover. Canoe/kayak access to Forge Pond.
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. […]
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The Emma was built as a three-masted schooner in Maine in 1882. It was cut down to become a schooner barge, and then abandoned near Damon’s Point on the North […]
204 Union St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
This 3,500-acre Massachusetts state park served as the Hingham Naval Ammunition Annex from 1941 to 1965. It stretches into four towns – Hingham, Cohasset, Scituate and Norwell. The park features […]
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A sunken ship approximately 70 feet long is located here with keel and ribs sometimes in view. Local lore claims it to be either a rum runner or a WWI […]
24 Marshfield Ave, Humarock, MA 02047, USA
Scituate Town Beach property, accessible through Marshfield. Sandy in the summer, rocky in the winter, Humarock is a barrier beach, 3 miles in length. On one side is the Atlantic […]
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 […]
325 Standish St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
This public beach offers a seasonal snack bar, lifeguards, and restrooms, as well as a small fenced-in toddler playground. It is a popular access point for paddlers and swimmers. Trails […]
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Marshfield Conservation owns Bourne Island, a 6 acres of upland surrounded by 75 acres of salt marsh. There is a large lagoon with access from the South River, which is […]
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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 Footbridge, a […]
418 Elm St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
Formerly known as Luddam’s Ford Park. The Pembroke Conservation Commission owns these 34 acres of open meadow and forested upland. The Clapp Rubber Works (founded in 1873), the largest of […]
2 Indian Head Dr, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Along the Indian Head River, 50 acres of state and locally-owned conservation land with 2 miles of intersecting trails. Long ago, the North River-built steamship Mattakeesett delivered iron ingots to the […]
243 Elm St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Formerly known as Luddam’s Ford Park. 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 […]
2 Indian Head Dr, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
This public canoe and kayak launch offers access to the Indian Head River, Herring Brook, and the North River. It is also the “take out” location for the end of […]
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33 acres of conservation land owned by the Town of Pembroke. Includes a canoe/kayak launch. Note: the launch area can be muddy/slippery at lower tides. Tide Math: High tide at […]
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4 acres of upland surrounded by 12 acres of marsh, owned by the Town of Marshfield. A popular picnic and camping area, and a great place to pause during a […]
North River, Marshfield, MA 02050, United States
This 20-acre parcel of town-owned land features one of the few sandy beaches on the North River. Water access for small and mid-size boats. Trail access from Couch Memorial Cemetery. […]
110 Chittenden Ln, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
This Norwell Town Landing was the 1871 launch site of the schooner Helen M. Foster, the last ship built on the North River. A shipyard was located here as early […]
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 […]
67 Bridge St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
The Union Street Bridge spans the North River from Union Street in Marshfield to Bridge Street in Norwell. On the Norwell side, there is a Town Landing with a ramp […]
67 Bridge St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
The Union Street Bridge spans the North River from Union Street in Marshfield to Bridge Street in Norwell. On the Marshfield side, there is a launch for canoes and kayaks […]
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 […]
299 Damons Point Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
A beautiful spot on the North River. A Marshfield Town Pier is located here, offering a fine scenic vista with wooden benches. On the western side, there is a small […]
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 […]
