101 Jefferson St, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
This town-owned, 18-hole public golf course is located in a scenic spot on the Monatiquot River. It is open to the public in the off-season for cross-country skiing and walking.
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 spot in South Braintree designed for fishing, paddling, and seasonal swimming. Facilities include a gazebo, picnic tables, a playground, and seasonal restrooms. There is an additional non-motorized boat […]
253 Atlantic Ave, Hull, MA 02045, USA
Grassy park next to the Hull Yacht Club and the Nantasket Beach Salt Water Club. Dedicated to the memory of “all the men of hull whose occupations were connected with […]
9 Park Ave, Hull, MA 02045, USA
Short but enchanting paved walkway featuring large scale murals and sculptures, along with interpretive signage. Connects George Washington Blvd. with Nantasket Ave. Located behind Dalat restaurant.
624 Webster St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Family-owned, challenging 18-hole public golf course on the Green Harbor River. Also features Winslow’s restaurant and a 16-bay covered driving range.
276 Plain St, Rockland, MA 02370, USA
18-hole golf course, open to the public. Adjacent to the Rockland Rail Trail.
274 South St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
This town-owned country club, set on 154 acres of beautiful rolling land, features an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, bowling alleys and a clubhouse with a restaurant and function rooms. In […]
226 Beal St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
This large grassy area features 2 Little League fields and a football field, with overhead lights, a concession stand, benches and seasonal restrooms. No dogs or golf on the field. […]
136 Union St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
The front portion of this 17.5-acre field, located down the street from Hingham High School, is set aside for use as a driving range for Hingham residents. The remaining 14 […]
94 Border St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
This varied site includes the headquarters of the Cohasset Harbormaster, Fisherman’s Park, a small commercial fishing wharf, the Cohasset Lighthouse Keeper’s Residence, and the Cohasset Sailing Club. Stop here to […]
2 Border St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
This small park on Cohasset Cove features memorials to Cohasset-based veterans from the Civil War to the present. Located right on the water, the views are amazing!
595 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Home of the Scituate Community Garden, this small park features old stone walls and a 0.12-mile trail through the woods.
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 […]
Carver St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Cole’s Hill is a spot to know for local history. It also boasts a spectacular view! This National Historic Landmark, located on a hill overlooking Plymouth Harbor and Pilgrim Memorial State […]
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 […]
Commercial St & Middle St, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
Athletic facilities including tennis and soccer, plus a fenced-in playground and a half mile of paved walking trails. 13 acres. Located across the street from King Oak Hill Park.
44 Jericho Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Overlooking Scituate Harbor, the wheelchair-accessible Scituate Harbor Community Building has three function rooms available for rental. Located next to the Jericho Road State Boat Ramp, with views of the Scituate […]
495 Hanover St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
This small park, established in 2017, honors Hanover’s veterans. It is also home to the Hanover Bandstand. Right next door are the Hanover Playground complex, the B. Everett Hall Field, […]
495 Hanover St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
This small park, established in 2017, honors Hanover’s veterans. It is also home to the Hanover Bandstand. Right next door are the Hanover Playground complex, the B. Everett Hall Field, […]
Scituate Harbor Gazebo, Cole Pkwy, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
A concrete walkway (with a guardrail) that extends for a half mile, along Scituate Harbor and Satuit Brook, with beautiful water views. Adjacent to the Scituate Harbormaster headquarters, several marinas, […]
77 Water St, State Pier, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Follow the paved walkway from Water Street to view, and (in season) visit, Mayflower II, a full-scale reproduction of the ship the Europeans settlers known as Pilgrims sailed to America. […]
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 […]
106 Summer Street, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Home to the Plymouth’s Skate Park, as well as a basketball court and a scenic overlook on Town Brook. 2.3 acres, mostly paved. Immediately adjacent to the Town Brook Trail, […]
88 Billington St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
A small grassy park with a short ADA-accessible trail, on the banks of Town Brook. Stroller-friendly. Located at the site of the First Water Privilege, where a series of mills […]
4 Billington St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This 4-acre park is located at the site of the former Billington Street Dam, which was removed in 2018-2019. It was the first coastal dam removal in Massachusetts! It features […]
7 Newfield St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This walking path extends for 1.5 miles from Billington Street to the Plymouth waterfront. Alternately pavement, gravel and dirt, there are several bridges and numerous spots to enjoy the view. […]
Scituate, MA 02066, USA
A small grassy park with numerous war memorials and benches, plus a beloved seasonal fountain with an elephant theme.
33 Summer St # A, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
The headquarters for Kingston’s Recreation department, offering various classes and programs. Indoor spaces available to rent for classes and functions. Baseball and soccer fields, basketball courts. Right Field Playground is […]
Jet On A Pole, 26 Memorial Grove Ave, Weymouth, MA 02190, USA
A small park located in Union Point, the site of the former South Weymouth Naval Air Station. Named for Commander John J. “Jack” Shea, who served in the US Naval […]
30 Water St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This pleasant grassy 2.9-acre park in the Plymouth Harbor commercial district features benches, memorials, and bridges over Town Brook. Stop by in the spring to see alewife herring swimming upstream […]
245 Summer St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
This varied property features baseball fields, pickle ball courts and a historic community center.
214 West St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Town-owned Christmas tree farm. Open seasonally.
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.
32 Border St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
This tiny property on Cohasset’s Inner Harbor features a shade pavilion with benches, picnic tables, and interpretive signage. Also on site, a memorial to Captain John Smith. 30 minute tie-up […]
481 Union St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Longtime conservation land dedicated to agricultural pursuits, with 35 acres of open fields, bordered by forest. Home of Marshfield’s Community Gardens, Mounces Meadow features large garden plots plots, suitable for […]
10 Spring Ln, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This grassy 3.8-acre park in historic downtown Plymouth features pond views, gravel/concrete paths, a wooden bridge, and access to the 1.5-mile Town Brook Trail. Stop by Town Brook in the […]
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 […]
29 Merry Ave #4415, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Public nine-hole facility with clubhouse and Pro Shop, managed by JGM for the Town of Duxbury. Popular in the winter for sledding and cross-country skiing. Directly adjacent to Waiting Hill Preserve, […]
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 launch ramp for boats, a dredged basin for […]
192 HMS Halsted Dr, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation owns this tiny, grassy park in the Hingham Shipyard development. It links directly to the Hewitts Landing Waterfront Walkway, which extends behind a […]
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 […]
92 Middle St, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
Baseball complex with artificial turf and a paved walking trail. Also on site, and across the street, is the Weymouth War Memorial, which honors soldiers as far back as the […]
164 Washington St, Abington, MA 02351, USA
9-hole public golf course, accessible for sledding and cross-country skiing in the winter.
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 […]
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 […]
Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
Enjoy a breathtaking view of the Boston skyline! This grassy hilltop park on Bradley Road in North Weymouth offers benches and a picnic area. It’s a great spot to sit […]
Iron Hill St, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
This small town park at the edge of Whitman’s Pond features a very long, 2-part fish ladder and a viewing platform for the South Shore’s only waterfall, Iron Hill Falls […]
1496 Commercial St, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
Very small park in Jackson Square with benches, picnic tables and views of the fish ladder on Herring Run Brook. Right next door to Lovell Field. Around the corner from […]
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. Stroller-friendly. Very close to Legion Memorial Field.
Highland Ave, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
This grassy, tree-lined, 24-acre historic district is a lovely spot for picnic or a short stroll.
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 […]
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 […]
199 Central St, Abington, MA 02351, USA
A tiny, butterfly-friendly park on the Shumatuscacant River. An enchanting spot where visitors are invited to observe and contemplate the natural world.
784 High St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Historic cemetery with walking paths and views of Wampatuck Pond. Water access for canoes, kayaks and anglers.
209 Lower Reed St, Rockland, MA 02370, USA
This small town park features a 0.25 asphalt track, playing fields and a playground.
1896 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Very small green space in Marshfield’s busy downtown area. Located on the Bridle Path & Rail Trail, a short walk from Keville Footbridge.
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 […]
Crescent St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Climb to the top of Captain’s Hill for a panoramic view up and down the coast. The tower is open seasonally, on weekends, but you can hike up the hill […]
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A small open area with a stream running through it. Located at the intersection of Union and Congress Streets.
645 Washington St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
This tiny park, constructed atop an old wharf, is located within Duxbury’s Old Shipbuilders District. It offers beautiful views of the Bluefish River. Enjoy additional views and a small boat […]
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 […]
Herring Run Pool Park, Water Street, Weymouth, MA, USA
A pocket park in Jackson Square, at the corner of Water and Commercial Streets. Stop by in the springtime to see the herring run. Stop by anytime to learn more […]
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. Situated on the water, with both open and forested areas. […]
23 Howland Landing, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
A hillside park, with both wooded and grassy areas. Located on Standish Shores, overlooking Kingston Bay. Features a launch area for small boats.
93 Essex St, Whitman, MA 02382, USA
Small grassy park featuring a 1/3-mile paved walking trail between two ponds. Stroller-friendly.
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 and a playground.
2148 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
This 1.7 acre park has river views, a short trail, a boardwalk, and a picnic area, plus a Marshfield Veterans Honor Roll.
2200 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
The South River flows through this historic milling and manufacturing site, which dates back to 1656, when William Ford and Josiah Winslow erected Marshfield’s first grist mill. Now home to […]
149 Barker St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
This large grassy town-owned park stands on both sides of Herring Brook. Herring begin their annual migration in the springtime, usually in April. Starting from Massachusetts Bay, they swim up […]
8 Cushing Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
A short woodland trail leads to the burial site of Chief Justice William Cushing. Possibly the smallest state park in the Commonwealth.
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 […]
