wildlands trusthalfway pond
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.
457 Washington St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
A gateway for all to Duxbury Bay, with educational and recreational programs for children and adults.
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 directly on the river.
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. Note: Visit https://www.marshfieldpolice.org/marshfield-beaches to read about COVID-19 restrictions.
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. Note: Visit https://www.marshfieldpolice.org/marshfield-beaches to read about COVID-19 restrictions.
Wompatuck State Park Doane Street Entrance, 152 Doane St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
IMPORTANT: While many state parks remain open, the Visitor Center at Wompatuck State Park will be closed until further notice. Many DCR-managed facilities are included in Massachusetts’ closure of non-essential businesses. Visit http://www.mass.gov for details. This alternate entrance to Wompatuck State Park is located on Doane Street in Cohasset. It’s an excellent access point for views of […]
645 Washington St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
A tiny property within Duxbury’s Old Shipbuilders District with beautiful views of the Bluefish River.
35 Island View Rd, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
This large pond is a headwater to the Weymouth Back River and a spawning area for herring.
Abigail Adams State Park, Bridge Street, Weymouth, MA, USA
A walking trail along the Weymouth Back River, and a convenient place to launch your canoe or kayak. Stroller-friendly.
21 Triphammer Rd, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
A 19 acre pond surrounded by woods with a narrow walking trail around the perimeter. Try ice skating here in the winter. Watch for migrating fish in the fish ladder in the spring.
542 Liberty St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Small pond near Hanson Town Hall, suitable for fishing and paddling.
123 Park Ave, Abington, MA 02351, USA
The “Crown Jewel” of Abington’s public parks. A large pond with adjacent forest, plus walking trails, swimming, fishing, ice skating, and a playground. Small non-motorized boats are permitted. Stroller-friendly in some sections.
287 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.
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.
361 River St, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
IMPORTANT: While many state parks remain open, their Visitor Centers (which often includes restrooms) will be closed until further notice. Many DCR-managed facilities are included in Massachusetts’ closure of non-essential businesses. Visit http://www.mass.gov for details. Easy walking trails on a grassy peninsula between Weymouth’s Back and Fore Rivers. This state park is the only mainland portion of […]
287 Tobey Garden St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Small wooded park with access for canoes and kayaks on 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
Paved trails around a pond plus additional woodland paths. A popular spot for jogging, bike riding, cross country skiing, fishing, camping and non-motorized boating. Look for the boat launch beyond the picnic area. Stroller-friendly.
7 Elva Rd, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
A forest-covered gravel ridge and an expansive salt marsh along the Weymouth Back River. Beautiful views of the estuary. Launch your canoe or kayak at higher tides at the Puritan Road entrance.
23 Howland Landing, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
A hillside park overlooking Kingston Bay with a launch for small boats.
Camp Kiwanee, Camp Kiwanee Road, Hanson, MA, USA
Town-owned campground and function venue 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.
1 Camp Kiwanee Rd, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Woodland pond with seasonal swimming beach. Car-top boat access year-round. Seasonal ice skating.
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
Note: Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the park, playing fields, and other facilities here are closed until further notice, but the trails remain open. 40 acre athletic complex with paved and woodland walking trails. Canoe/kayak access to Forge Pond. Seasonal ice skating. Stroller-friendly.
Wompatuck Main Entrance, 18-2 Lazell St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
IMPORTANT: While many state parks remain open, the Visitor Center at Wompatuck State Park will be closed until further notice. Many DCR-managed facilities are included in Massachusetts’ closure of non-essential businesses. Visit http://www.mass.gov for details. This 3,500-acre Massachusetts state park served as the Hingham Naval Ammunition Annex from 1941 to 1965. It stretches into four towns – […]
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 Ocean, and on the other side is the South River. There is a launch ramp in the town parking lot, but a Scituate beach sticker is […]
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.
325 Standish St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Public beach with seasonal lifeguards, snack bar, and restrooms. Resident and non-resident parking. Located at the end of Standish Street (#350 Standish). Trails through the sand dunes lead to the South River. A popular access point for paddlers. Tide Math: High tide on the South River at Rexhame is about 45 minutes after the Boston […]
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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. Tide Math: High tide at […]
505 Ferry St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
This railroad right-of-way is now owned by the town of Marshfield. The linear parcel extends from just south of Summer Street to Ocean Street, about 3 miles, with occasional road crossings. Stroller-friendly.
418 Elm St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
The Pembroke Conservation Commission owns these 34 acres of open meadow and forested upland. The Curtis Rubber Mill (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, famous for casting the anchor of the USS Constitution, was located here in the 1700s. Also on this site was the Curtis Rubber Mill (founded in 1873), the largest of its kind in the country. The dam on […]
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 location of the take out for the NSRWA’s annual Great River Race. Trailheads for two Hanover Conservation parcels – Chapman’s Landing and Iron Mine Brook – are here as well. Tide Math: […]
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33 acres of conservation land owned by the Town of Pembroke. Includes a Canoe/Kayak Launch. Tide Math: High tide at the Pembroke Town Forest is about 2.5-3 hours after the Boston high tide.
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. Camping by reservation for local nonprofit groups. Apply for permit at Marshfield DPW’s Cemeteries/Trees/Greens Department. Campfire permit also required, from Fire Department. Stroller-friendly in some […]
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 as 1690. The saw pit is still visible. A plaque marks the site. The property also includes a fishing dock and canoe/kayak launch. Tide Math: High […]
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 […]
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 for boats (residents only). This is also the starting line for the NSRWA’s annual Great River Race. On the Marshfield side, there is a launch […]
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. On the Norwell side, there is a Town Landing with a ramp for boats (residents only). This is also the starting line for the NSRWA’s annual […]
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 single picnic table. Tide Math: High tide at the Marshfield Launch is about 60-90 minutes after the Boston high tide. The property is […]
80 King's Landing, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Private marina with supplies, canoe and kayak rentals, boat storage, and a launching ramp for canoes, kayaks and small boats. Tide Math: High tide at Bulman Marine is about 1 hour after the Boston high tide. Set off from here to go clamming. (See the North River Shellfishing Map for locations.) The clam flats in both […]
2205 Main St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Combined marina locations on both sides of the bridge offer numerous amenities. These include gas, bait, tackle, supplies, boat rentals, a shoreside pump-out facility, and a restaurant. Enjoy fried clams on the deck while watching the boat traffic! There is a launch ramp suitable for canoes, kayaks, and motor boats. Tide Math: High tide at […]
299 Damons Point Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
A Marshfield Town Pier is located here, adjacent to the abandoned railroad trestle, offering a fine scenic vista. 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 […]
Conservation Park, Driftway, Scituate, MA, USA
This 334-acre Scituate Conservation property features a panoramic view of the Herring River and its salt marshes. The Town of Scituate purchased the land from the Boston Sand and Gravel Company. In the 1930s, Boston Sand and Gravel mined for the property for projects such as the construction of Logan International Airport. You can still […]
