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.
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 French & Indian Wars.
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.
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 (also known as Whitman’s Falls). In the spring, you can see herring making the arduous climb up to their spawning grounds in Whitman’s Pond. Please […]
1494 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.
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.
Highland Ave, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
This grassy, tree-lined 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. Paved walking trail with direct link to North Plymouth Rail Trail. Seasonal features include restrooms, concessions stand, splash pad.
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.
199 Central St, Abington, MA 02351, USA
Tiny butterfly-friendly park on the Shumatuscacant River. An enchanting little spot where visitors are invited to observe 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.
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.
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 anytime.
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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
A tiny property within Duxbury’s Old Shipbuilders District with beautiful views of the Bluefish River.
Abigail Adams State Park, Bridge Street, Weymouth, MA, USA
A 0.7-mile 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.
Herring Run Pool Park, Water Street, Weymouth, MA, USA
A pocket park in Jackson Square, where in the springtime you can see the herring run. A great spot to learn some local history!
23 Howland Landing, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
A hillside park overlooking Kingston Bay with a launch for small boats.
93 Essex St, Whitman, MA 02382, USA
Small grassy park with paved walking trail between two ponds. Stroller-friendly.
141 Whitman Ave, Whitman, MA 02382, USA
Woodland park designed by the Olmsted Brothers, 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 a fish ladder, undershot water wheel, and passive recreational park.
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 […]
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 the fish ladder and the spring migration of herring.
