Lyman Reserve, Head of the Bay Road, Plymouth, MA, USA
Owned by The Trustees, the 210-acre Theodore Lyman Reserve extends into three towns — Bourne, Plymouth and Wareham. The property features over 1.75 miles of trails through freshwater wetlands, forest […]
Herring Run Recreation Area, Scenic Highway, Bourne, MA, USA
Located on the Cape Cod Canal, the Herring Run Recreation Area in Bourne is a great spot to walk, fish, take a bike ride, or simply enjoy the view. Check […]
20 Bournedale Road, Buzzards Bay, MA, USA
The 29.7-acre Carter Beal Conservation Area in Bourne offers more than a mile of hilly woodland trails, plus footbridges and walkways that offer close-up views of a fishway. Launch your […]
2205 Main St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Roht Marine, on the North River in Marshfield, features amenities on both sides of the Route 3A Bridge. These include gas, bait, tackle, supplies, boat rentals, a shoreside pump-out facility, […]
Mound Street Beach, Mound Street, Quincy, MA, USA
The 3-acre Mound Street Beach & Field is located in the Quincy Point neighborhood. It features a sandy beach on Town River Bay, plus shade structures and a large grassy […]
Caddy Memorial Park, Caddy Memorial Park, Quincy Shore Dr, Quincy, MA 02170, USA
This small park on Gull Island, off Quincy Shore Drive, features a playground, picnic tables, and a shady 0.33-mile gravel trail with beautiful marsh and water views. Also suitable for […]
26 Wapping Road, Kingston, MA, USA
Triphammer Park is a small property on the Jones River in Kingston. In 2011, a dam was removed here, restoring the ecology and continuity of the Jones River. There are […]
68 Mordecai Lincoln Road, Scituate, MA, USA
The Mordecai Lincoln Mill and Homestead in Scituate is a historic site with about a half mile of walking trails. It also offers access for canoes and kayaks to Bound […]
516 Pond St, East Bridgewater, MA 02333, USA
Robbins Pond is a warm-water pond in Halifax and East Bridgewater, suitable for fishing, swimming, paddling, and small boats. It features a gravel launch ramp. It’s important to know that […]
Great Herring Pond Access Site, Herring Pond Road, Bourne, MA, USA
The Great Herring Pond Access Site is located on the Bourne/Plymouth town line. It features a shallow gravel boat ramp, suitable for small motorized boats, canoes and kayaks. For fishing, […]
3 James Ave, Hull, MA 02045, USA
James Avenue Wharf is a public fishing pier and boat launch area on Hull Bay. It is suitable for launching canoes, kayaks and other small craft. FISHING ADVISORY: It’s important […]
2 A St, Hull, MA 02045, USA
The A Street Pier is a public fishing pier and boat launch ramp with beautiful views of Hull Bay. It is adjacent to Safe Harbor Sunset Bay Marina. FISHING ADVISORY: […]
387 Forest Ave, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
Black Rock Beach in Cohasset is open to the public. It features 150 feet of rocky coastline. It is also known as Rocky Beach. FISHING ADVISORY: It’s important to know […]
34 Winnetuxet Rd, Plympton, MA 02367, USA
This scenic and historic spot on the Winnetuxet River offers a picnic area, short trails, and water views. It’s important to know that some of our freshwater fisheries are contaminated with […]
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
Cohasset Mariners Park features a public boat ramp on Bailey’s Creek, with access to Cohasset Harbor and the Gulf River. It is located on Parker Avenue, immediately adjacent to Cohasset […]
66R7+WQ Scituate, MA, USA
Bassing Beach is a 3/4 mile-long barrier beach that extends into the Gulf River from Scituate and defines the northwest side of Cohasset Harbor. It is only accessible by boat. […]
26 Silva St, Carver, MA 02330, USA
John’s Pond Recreation Area in Carver, MA is a 21-acre natural pond with a small sandy beach and a forested shoreline. It is suitable for swimming, fishing, paddling and seasonal […]
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 […]
1 Ryder Way, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Plymouth’s largest town beach. Officially open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day, with seasonal restrooms and concessions. A barrier beach, approx. 3 miles in length, it helps to protect Plymouth […]
Fresh Pond Park, 220 Bartlett Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Plymouth’s Fresh Pond Park features a large pond in woodland setting with a public beach, seasonal lifeguards, and a launch area for non-motorized boats. Located within the village of Manomet, […]
75 Cove St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury’s Old Cove Town Landing is a great spot to launch a canoe or kayak! This undeveloped town landing offers access to the Duck Hill River and the Duxbury Back […]
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
Duxbury’s Landing Road Beach is a small town-owned beach off Bay Road, on Kingston Bay. It is located at the end of Landing Road. It’s important to know that some […]
82-90 Bridge St, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
King’s Cove Park is a small grassy park in North Weymouth, at the foot of the Fore River Bridge. It features a 0.25-mile paved walking trail and numerous benches, with […]
145R Pearl St, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
Braintree’s Monatiquot River Nature Trail is a short but very scenic trail through the woods alongside the Monatiquot River. It extends for 0.11 miles between Shaw’s and Beth Israel Lahey […]
Safford St, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
Sunset Lake is 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 […]
40 Lakeview St, Carver, MA 02330, USA
Sampsons Pond in South Carver is a large pond suitable for fishing, paddling and swimming. The property features a paved town access ramp and a sandy beach, at separate locations […]
645 Washington St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The Bluefish River Firehouse and Grist Mill is a scenic spot on the banks of the Bluefish River in Duxbury, MA. Located across the street from the Reynolds-Maxwell Garden, it […]
scituate town pier
The Scituate Town Pier serves the town’s commercial fishing fleet, providing a place to load and unload supplies and bait, and to transfer fish to dealers and processors. The only […]
212 Nantasket Ave, Hull, MA 02045, USA
Nantasket Beach Reservation in Hull is a pleasant sandy beach. Open to the public, it can get quite busy in the summertime! It features a long stretch of shoreline, a […]
189 Main St, Hull, MA 02045, USA
Pemberton Point is located at the tip of the Nantasket peninsula in Hull. This scenic and historic spot, close to Hull High School, is a nice spot for fishing, birding, […]
144 Wessagussett Rd, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
Wessagusset Beach is located on the Fore River in North Weymouth. Facing west, it looks out over the Boston skyline. This small public property is also known as “old beach.” […]
175 Black Cat Road, Plymouth, MA, USA
This 63-acre woodland features pond views and 2.5 miles of often-challenging trails, plus two reclaimed cranberry bogs now returning to their natural state. Fishing access to Briggs Reservoir. Also in […]
204 Long Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Enjoy views of the Eel River along with 1.5 miles of woodland trails within this 150-acre property. Options include wide cart paths and narrow footpaths. A bridge over the Eel […]
60 Drew Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This secluded 47-acre property on South Triangle Pond offers 2 miles of hilly woodland trails and water views. It is comprised up of 3 preserves: the Barnes-Jenkins Hole Wood Lot, […]
Town Forest Conservation Area, 127 Long Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
The 317-acre Plymouth Town Forest features 4 ponds and 2.5 miles of woodland trails. It is bordered by Rocky Pond Road, Drew Road, and Long Pond Road. Driving Drew Road (unpaved) […]
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 […]
101 Lookout Point Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
A beautiful, secluded spot on Ellisville Harbor with marsh views and a short trail to the beach. A prime location for birding! Extend your visit to the area with a […]
99 Cole Pkwy, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Cole Parkway Boat Ramp is a paved public boat ramp, located in the heart of Scituate Harbor, at the mouth of Satuit Brook. It is also known as the […]
Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Jericho Road State Boat Ramp is a state-owned public boat launch ramp on Scituate Harbor, with ample parking and no fee. Very busy on summer weekends! Courtesy docking with […]
40 Holmes St, Halifax, MA 02338, USA
The East Monponsett Pond Beach and Boat Ramp in Halifax, provides water access for canoes and kayaks, as well as boats. The property features a small sandy beach area, a […]
123 Rockland St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
The 5.1-acre Sidney’s Pond property on Rockland Street in Hingham offers a 0.17-mile walk through the woods with pond and wetland views. Ice skating is available in the winter. The […]
63 Cushing St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Mildred Cushing Woods is a 19-acre woodland in Hingham that features about a mile of trails, with numerous access points on Cushing Pond. This a a great place to fish […]
Morton Park Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
With 200 acres of forest, wetlands, trails and shoreline, Morton Park is Plymouth’s largest park. Located between Little Pond and the Billington Sea, it is a popular location for fishing […]
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 […]
4 Billington St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This 4-acre park is the site of the former Billington Street Dam, which was removed in 2002. It was the first coastal dam removal in Massachusetts! On the map linked […]
1861 State Road, Plymouth, MA 02360
Located in the Ellisville section of Plymouth, this scenic property is perfect for a short walk. A half-mile trail extends along a ridge above the salt marsh and shoreline, with […]
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. […]
45 River St, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Located on the Jones River, the Kingston Town Pier is the home of the Kingston Harbormaster. The property features a fishing pier, a launch ramp for boats, seasonal floats and […]
558 Mt Blue St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Note: This entrance is for pedestrians and cyclists only. There is no parking available. The Mt. Blue Entrance to Wompatuck State Park is located at the very end of Mt. […]
158 Center Hill Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Plymouth’s Center Hill Preserve is a diverse 98-acre property on Cape Cod Bay. It’s 2.4-mile trail network traverses woods, wetlands, ocean shoreline, and a former cranberry bog. The beach is […]
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 […]
80 Hacketts Pond Dr, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Hanover’s Hackett Pond is a small pond in a neighborhood setting, suitable for fishing and seasonal ice skating. It’s important to know that some of our freshwater fisheries are contaminated with […]
556-470 MA-58, Halifax, MA 02338, USA
The West Monponsett Pond Boat Ramp, located on Route 58 in Halifax, features a boat ramp, a pier, and a paved parking area. There is an additional roadside pull-off (for […]
145 Elm St, Halifax, MA 02338, USA
This alternate entrance to the Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area provides access to over 2,000 acres of ponds, marsh, swamps and retired cranberry bogs with several miles of walking trails. […]
218 Gannett Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Musquashcut Brook Launch is located on private property but open to the public. Located on Gannett Road in Scituate, it offers access to the lower reaches of Musquashcut Brook, […]
333 George Washington Blvd, Hull, MA 02045, USA
The Weir River Estuary Center in Hull is the home of the Weir River Watershed Association. The facility provides river access as well as two meeting rooms for community organizations. […]
Hobart St, Hingham, MA 02043, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
The 112-acre More-Brewer Park in Hingham features a hilltop meadow and a network of trails around Brewer Pond. Combined with Brewer Reservation across the street, there are nearly 5 miles […]
Wm J McClusky Park, 7 Bulow Pl, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
McCluskey Conservation Area in Hingham, the home of Bradley Pond, is a very small property with a wooded hillside, nearly hidden behind the Walgreen’s on Route 3A. The best access […]
41 French St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Hingham’s Cranberry Pond was once 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 […]
403 East St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Skating Club Pond in Hingham is a place to remember during the coldest days of winter, when the pond freezes sufficiently for ice skating. For decades, the red-shingled “Skate House” […]
Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury’s Mill Pond / Cushing Ice House property is a small historic site with a 13-acre pond. The Cushing Ice House — which stored ice harvested from the pond — […]
99 Ship Yard Ln, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Shipyard Lane Beach is a small sandy beach property on Duxbury Bay, suitable for fishing, swimming and paddling. Launch your canoe or kayak here to explore the bay. Parking requires […]
595 Congress St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Peterson’s Sawmill Pond is a small but picturesque pond on Route 14 in Duxbury, suitable for fishing and paddling. There is a small island in the middle. The pond is […]
633 Temple St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury’s Cedar Crest Conservation Area features 100 acres of cranberry bogs, woodlands and wetlands, with a 2.2-mile trail network and views of Harlow Brook. It is directly adjacent to Whiton […]
32 Border St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
Lawrence Wharf is a tiny property on Cohasset’s Inner Harbor, part of The Captains’ Walk historic trail. It features a shade pavilion with benches, picnic tables, and interpretive signage, plus […]
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 […]
Plymouth River Complex, 156 Ward St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Hingham’s Plymouth River Complex is a large multi-use property with a mile of woodland trails, including a Storybook Walk. Also on site: soccer/lacrosse fields, tennis courts, and a small pond. […]
119 HMS Halsted Dr, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Bouve Conservation Area in Hingham offers a half mile trail along the shoreline and through the woods. The property, located on Hewitts Cove, features gorgeous views of the Boston skyline, […]
Weir River Estuary Park, 333 George Washington Blvd, Hull, MA 02045, USA
Extending into the towns of Hingham, Hull and Cohasset, the Weir River Estuary Park is a broad area with opportunities for fishing, paddling, boating, hiking, and birding, as well as […]
Whitney Wharf Park, -99, 53 Summer St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Monument Park is a small town-owned property situated on and beside Whitney Wharf in Hingham Harbor. One side features a grassy drumlin hill, a recently-updated (2023) launch ramp for boats, […]
95 Otis St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Bathing Beach is a multi-purpose park on Hingham Harbor. It features a beach for swimming, lawns, shade trees, a 0.25-mile brick walkway trail, seasonal restrooms and concessions, and a bandstand, […]
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 […]
George Lane Beach, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
North Weymouth’s George Lane Beach is located on a peninsula between the Fore and Back Rivers. It offers a large parking area and restrooms for residents and non-residents, as well […]
Weymouth, MA 02188, USA
The William. E. Newell Memorial Playground is a small park in the Idlewell neighborhood in Weymouth. Located on Mill Cove on the Fore River, it features a baseball field, a […]
Gordon Rd, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
Watson Park is a 22-acre park on the Monatiquot River in Braintree. It features athletic fields, a playground, and a seasonal splash pad, as well as access to the (1-mile) […]
176 Edgehill Rd, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
Smith Beach is a small sandy beach on the Fore River in Braintree. It is also known as Swift’s Beach and Lt. G. Murray Smith Beach. It is part of […]
Landing Rd, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
This state- and town-owned landing on the Jones River provides access for canoes, kayaks and “car-top carry”-size boats. A short (0.1 mile) trail and boardwalk leads through the marsh to […]
Camp Nekon, Monks Hill Rd, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Kingston’s Camp Nekon is a 206-acre forested parcel with numerous ponds and wetlands, at least 2 miles of trails and unpaved roadways, and a DCR fire tower. In addition, there […]
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 […]
219 Beaver Dam Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Plymouth’s Beaver Dam Conservation Area is a wooded 783-acre property in Manomet with pond views and about 2 miles of sometimes-challenging trails. Hunting is allowed in season by licensed persons […]
9 Baslers Ln, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Patuxet Park in Kingston offers 0.62 miles of walking trails along wetlands and through woods and open fields, with views of Smelt Brook. It is sometimes misidentified on maps as […]
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 […]
54 Lake St, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
The Cranberry Watershed Preserve is a 307-acre property adjacent to Silver Lake High School in Kingston. It offers at least 5 miles of walking trails through woodlands and wetlands, and […]
Hanson, MA 02341, USA
The Nathaniel Thomas Mill is a historic sawmill located on Indian Head Brook in Hanson. The building is available to rent for events. It’s important to know that some of […]
488 Middle St, East Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
Whitman’s Pond Park is a small property in Weymouth with a gazebo that offers pond access for anglers, paddlers and boaters. The pond is a headwater to the Back River […]
80 Market St, Rockland, MA 02370, USA
Studley Pond is a small pond, suitable for fishing and paddling. Also known as Reed’s Pond, it is located near Rockland’s commercial center. Privately owned, but open to the public. […]
Silver Lake Sanctuary, Barse's Ln, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Silver Lake Sanctuary is a lakeside property in Kingston with more than a mile of trails through the woods and along the shore, including a section of the Bay Circuit […]
Ralph Hamlin Jr Blvd, Abington, MA 02351, USA
Abington’s Beaver Brook Playground is a large, recently-renovated (2022) park adjacent to school properties, with swings, slides, climbing structures, and sections for younger and older children. Rubber and wood chips […]
891 W Washington St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Poor Meadow Brook Conservation Area in Hanson features 1-mile trail through woods and wetlands, in two intersecting loops. There is also a short, wide, gravel trail from parking area to […]
482 Elm St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
The Smith-Nawazelski Conservation Area is Hanson’s largest conservation property. It features more than 2 miles of trails through 101 acres of woods and wetlands, including a section of the Bay […]
19 Glades Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Minot and North Scituate Beaches are sandy spots in Scituate with beautiful views of Minot Ledge Light and Massachusetts Bay. Access is available at the corner of Gannett Road & […]
24 Sylvia Place Rd, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
At Kingston’s 27-acre Stewart/Person Preserve, a mile of woodland trails extend around two former mill ponds. Keep your eye on this spot. After a 14-year planning process, the dam that […]
Peggotty Beach, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Peggotty Beach in Scituate is a busy, protected beach with a half-mile of coarse, hard packed sand and relatively warm water. It is within walking distance from Scituate Harbor. FISHING […]
371-387 Mast Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Five contiguous nature preserves owned by the Wildlands Trust, totaling 550 acres. Features include ponds, pine barrens, beech and mixed hardwood forests, and more than 6 miles of trails. Canoeing […]
Sand Hills, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Scituate’s Sand Hills Beach is a small sandy neighborhood beach that grows narrow at high tide. Access from Oceanside Drive. Convenience store within walking distance. FISHING ADVISORY: It’s important to […]
Egypt Beach, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Egypt Beach is a small, stony beach in Scituate. Popular among surfers, it suitable for swimming, although the water may be cold! It is located on the coast between North […]
100 Central St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
The Marshfield Town Pier is situated on a busy commercial harbor. Launch your boat from the public ramp, fish from the pier, or just sit and watch the fishing boats. […]
5 Foster Ave, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Public beach in Marshfield, on the Atlantic coast between Fieldston and Brant Rock. Seasonal lifeguards, Friday through Monday only. Located at the end of 9th Road. It’s important to know […]
110 Old Beach Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Public beach with seasonal lifeguards, Friday through Monday. The most reliable way to access this beach is on foot, walking south along the shore from Rexhame Beach. There is no […]
29 Marshall Ave #1, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Peter Igo Park is located in the Brant Rock village of Marshfield. It features basketball, tennis/pickleball, beach volleyball, and bocce courts, a small playground, and access for non-motorized boats and […]
Joseph Driebeck Way, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Marshfield’s 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 […]
MARS-M05-07, #11A, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Green Harbor Beach is a public beach with seasonal lifeguards, portable restrooms and a jetty. It is located Located at the end of Beach Street in Marshfield. In season, a […]
330 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Brant Rock is a public ocean beach in Marshfield with seasonal lifeguards and restrooms. Resident and non-resident parking is available. Located at the intersection of Ocean Street and Dyke Road. […]
Wompatuck State Park Doane Street Entrance, 152 Doane St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
This alternate entrance to Wompatuck State Park is located on Doane Street in Cohasset. It’s an excellent access point for views of the Aaron River Reservoir (but a long walk […]
259 Dyke Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Marshfield’s Wharf Creek Conservation area offers two trails through an open woodland with old stone walls and views of Wharf Creek and the Green Harbor River. Excellent for birders! Hunting […]
Cherry Ln, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury’s Cherry Lane Bogs offers about a mile of wide, flat trails around cranberry bogs. The property also features open fields, ponds and wetlands, plus access to Island Creek Pond […]
174 East St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The 198-acre Duxbury Bogs features a 4.5-mile trail network that includes a section of the Bay Circuit Trail. Also known as the East Street Bogs and Loring Bog, the property […]
31 Loring St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Bay Farm Conservation Area is a large scenic property with 2 miles of trails through woodlands and meadows, plus spectacular views of Kingston Bay. Located on the Duxbury/Kingston town line, […]
645 Washington St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The Reynolds-Maxwell Garden is a tiny park located within Duxbury’s Old Shipbuilders District. Constructed atop an old wharf, it offers beautiful views of the Bluefish River. Enjoy additional views across […]
14 Valley St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The 115-acre Thaddeus Chandler Sanctuary in Duxbury features 2.8 miles of trails through woods and wetlands. Named for a Civil War veteran, it borders Pine Brook and Upper Chandler Pond. […]
35 Island View Rd, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
The diminutive Woodbine Island Conservation Area in Weymouth 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 […]
Abigail Adams State Park, Bridge Street, Weymouth, MA, USA
Abigail Adams State Park in Weymouth features 0.7-mile paved walking trail along the Weymouth Back River. It is a convenient spot to launch your canoe or kayak. Stroller-friendly. Part of […]
Stodders Neck, Lincoln Street, Hingham, MA, USA
Stodder’s Neck is a peninsula at the mouth of the Back River in Hingham. Popular for dog walking, it features harborside trails and a hilltop view. Stroller-friendly. FISHING ADVISORY: It’s […]
Bare Cove Park, Fort Hill Street, Hingham, MA, USA
Bare Cove Park is a 484-acre park on the banks of the Weymouth Back River with wetlands, woodlands, open fields, marshes, and gorgeous views. Stroller- and wheelchair-friendly, it features 5 […]
21 Triphammer Rd, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Hingham’s Triphammer Pond Conservation Area is a 19-acre pond surrounded by woods. Features include a 1-mile walking trail around the perimeter, occasional stone walls, and numerous glacial erratics. She of […]
542 Liberty St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Located next to the Hanson Town Hall, Wampatuck Pond is suitable for fishing, paddling and seasonal ice skating. You’ll find a ramp and access for small boats here. Swimming is […]
Ames Nowell State Park, Linwood Street, Abington, MA, USA
Ames Nowell State Park is a 700 acre property located in Abington, with 10+ miles of paved and unpaved trails through forest and wetlands. Equestrians and cyclists are welcome. Launch […]
123 Park Ave, Abington, MA 02351, USA
Island Grove Park in Abington is a historic 53-acre property was the location of Abolitionist meetings in the mid-1800s. It is located on a pond-like section of the Shumatuscacant River, […]
Tindale Bog & Beach, Hanover, MA, USA
Tindale Bog is an 18-acre property with a small pond and an adjacent woodland trail network. It borders a Well Protection Zone, and links directly to an approx. 3-mile trail […]
382 Pleasant St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Burrage Pond Wildlife Management Area in Hanson and Halifax, MA features over 2,000 acres of ponds, marsh, swamps and retired cranberry bogs with several miles of walking trails. It is […]
260 Gurnet Rd, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury Beach Reservation is a clean, beautiful, family-friendly beach, nestled between Duxbury Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Access to Duxbury Bay is also available here for fishing, shellfishing, and paddling. […]
260 Gurnet Rd, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury Beach Park, the most northerly portion of Duxbury Beach, is available for use by the general public. It is a clean, beautiful, family-friendly beach, nestled between Duxbury Bay and […]
370 Powder Point Ave, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The Powder Point Bridge, open to the public, is a historic landmark that offers gorgeous views of Duxbury Bay and access to Duxbury Beach Park and Duxbury Beach Reservation. The wooden plank sidewalk […]
30 Whiting St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Hanover’s Colby-Phillips Trails extend for 3 miles through a diverse and inviting 147-acre property. Features include boardwalks through woods and wetlands, a bridge over Cushing Brook, an observation deck on […]
480 Mayflower St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Round Pond Conservation Area is a 232-acre property in Duxbury with 3 miles of intersecting trails, including a section of the Bay Circuit Trail. The property features a kettle hole pond […]
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The 32-acre Foundry Pond property in Hingham features a small pond, a marsh and an abandoned quarry at a scenic spot on the Weir River. There are 0.77 miles of […]
361 River St, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
Webb Memorial State Park is located on a grassy peninsula between Weymouth’s Back and Fore Rivers. This 36-acre state park features one mile of easy walking trails. It is the […]
287 Tobey Garden St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury’s Crocker Memorial Park is a small wooded property with access for canoes and kayaks to Island Creek Pond. Seasonal ice skating. Hunting is not permitted on this property. FISHING […]
350 Plymouth Street, Pembroke, MA, USA
Stetson Pond Beach in Pembroke features a small pond in a quiet setting, ideal for fishing, swimming, paddling, and seasonal ice skating. FISHING ADVISORY: It’s important to know that some […]
76-44 Woodbine Ave, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
Small pond in a neighborhood setting, ideal for swimming, fishing and paddling. It’s important to know that some of our freshwater fisheries are contaminated with mercury, PFAS and/or other concerning substances. […]
183 Wampatuck Street, Pembroke, MA, USA
The Oldham Pond Town Landing provides public access to the 189-acre pond for fishing, swimming, paddling, and small motorboats. Winter activities here include ice skating and ice fishing. Motorboaters: be […]
Furnace Pond Beach, Furnace Colony Drive, Pembroke, MA, USA
Pembroke’s Furnace Pond Beach features a large pond in neighborhood setting. It is deal for fishing, paddling and seasonal ice skating. FISHING ADVISORY: It’s important to know that some of […]
470 Liberty Street, Braintree, MA, USA
The 320-acre Pond Meadow Park is located in Braintree and Weymouth. A popular spot for jogging, bike riding, cross country skiing, fishing, camping and non-motorized boating, it features two miles […]
7 Elva Rd, Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
Weymouth’s Great Esker Park features a forest-covered gravel ridge and an expansive salt marsh along the Weymouth Back River, with beautiful views of the estuary. There are over 6 miles […]
23 Howland Landing, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Howland’s Landing Park in Duxbury is located on a hillside overlooking Kingston Bay,in the Standish Shores neighborhood. It features both wooded and grassy areas, plus interpretive signage and a launch […]
93 Essex St, Whitman, MA 02382, USA
Hobart Pond in Whitman is a small grassy park featuring a 1/3-mile paved walking trail between two ponds. Stroller-friendly. FISHING ADVISORY: It’s important to know that some of our freshwater fisheries […]
Camp Kiwanee, Camp Kiwanee Road, Hanson, MA, USA
Camp Kiwanee is a historic town-owned campground and function venue with wooded trails. It is located on Maquan Pond in Hanson, MA. FISHING ADVISORY: It’s important to know that some of […]
289-375 Pine St, Whitman, MA 02382, USA
Harding’s Pond in Whitman is a small pond for fishing and seasonal ice skating. It’s important to know that some of our freshwater fisheries are contaminated with mercury, PFAS and/or other […]
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Ideal for fishing and paddling, Indian Head Pond in Hanson is large and surrounded by woodlands. Winter activities here include ice skating and ice fishing. The access area for the […]
1 Camp Kiwanee Rd, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Cranberry Cove is a seasonal swimming beach on Maquan Pond in Hanson. The property provides year-round car-top boat access, but gas motors are prohibited. Stop here for seasonal ice skating. Directly […]
3533+Q7 Hanson, MA, USA
Hanson’s Alton Smith Reserve is a retired cranberry bog surrounded by walking trails and wetlands. Also known as Smitty’s Bog, it offers car-top boat access to Indian Head Pond. Its […]
262 Union Bridge Rd, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury’s Lansing Bennett Forest is 344 acres of wooded property along Phillips Brook, owned by the town. It features 2.8 miles of intersecting trails through forest and red maple swamp, […]
Forge Pond Park, 245 King St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Forge Pond Park is a 40-acre athletic complex in Hanover with a 4+ mile network of paved and woodland walking trails. Canoe/kayak access to Forge Pond. Seasonal ice skating. Stroller-friendly. […]
204 Union St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
The 3,500-acre Wompatuck State Park stretches into four towns – Hingham, Cohasset, Scituate and Norwell. It features numerous seasonal campsites, plus fishing and non-motorized boating on the Aaron River Reservoir. […]
24 Marshfield Ave, Humarock, MA 02047, USA
Humarock Beach is one of Scituate’s public beaches, but it is only accessible through Marshfield. On one side is the Atlantic Ocean, and on the other side is the South […]
1176 Ferry St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
The Marshfield Town Landing is a boat ramp that provides access to the South River for both paddlers and motor boats. Owned by the Town of Marshfield, it is located […]
325 Standish St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Rexhame Beach is a town-owned public beach in Marshfield, situated between the Atlantic Ocean and the South River. In season, it offers a snack bar, lifeguards, and restrooms. There is […]
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Bourne Island Lagoon, on the South River in Marshfield, is a lovely place for paddlers to take a break. It is surrounded by the Bourne Island conservation land — 6 […]
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The Francis Keville Footbridge is located on the South River in Marshfield Center. Look for the kiosk in the parking area for the CVS at 1880 Ocean Street and follow the […]
2148 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
This 1.7 acre park has river views, benches, a short trail, a boardwalk, and a picnic area, plus a Marshfield Veterans Honor Roll. We are excited about the 0.46-acre expansion […]
145 Pudding Hill Ln, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
This 37-acre Wildlands Trust property is located on Chandler’s Pond and the South River. It features 1.6 miles of trails. The pond owes its existence to a dam built for […]
214 Plain St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Marshfield’s Ellis Nature Sanctuary features 27 acres of conservation land with 1/2 mile of trails around a former cranberry bog, and streams that flow into the South River. May be […]
505 Ferry St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
This railroad right-of-way, owned by the town of Marshfield, extends from just south of Summer Street, along one side of Carolina Hill Reservation, and behind the Marshfield Fairgrounds. It continues […]
Wildlands Trust - Hoyt-Hall Preserve, 780 Careswell St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Marshfield’s Hoyt-Hall Preserve is a wonderful place for a walk, with 123 diverse acres surrounding Long Tom Pond. A 1.7-mile loop trail leads through freshwater wetlands, red maple swamp, and […]
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 […]
1126 Broadway, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
The Indian Head River Trails is a linear property owned by Hanover Conservation. The trails, which extend for 2 miles along the banks of the Indian Head River in South […]
415 W Elm St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
It’s hard to miss the fish ladder at Ludden’s Ford Park! The large concrete structure spans the Indian Head River on the Hanover/Pembroke town line. Fish ladders help migratory fish […]
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The Pembroke side of Ludden’s Ford Park is 34 acres of open meadow and forested upland on West Elm Street, on the banks of the Indian Head River. It was […]
2 Indian Head Dr, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Totaling about 2 miles, the Chapman’s Landing and Iron Mine Brook Trails traverse 50 acres of state and locally-owned conservation land on the Indian Head and North Rivers. In 2023, […]
243 Elm St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Ludden’s Ford Park was known in the past as Luddam’s Ford Park. The Hanover Conservation Commission owns these 22-acres of open meadow and forested upland. The Curtis Anchor Forge was […]
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 NSRWA’s annual […]
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The 33-acre Pembroke Town Forest is located on Brick Kiln Lane. It features a canoe/kayak launch on the North River. Note: the launch area can be muddy/slippery at lower tides. […]
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Blueberry Island is 4 acres of upland surrounded by 12 acres of marsh, situated directly on the North River in Marshfield. It is a popular picnic and camping area, and […]
North River, Marshfield, MA 02050, United States
Couch Beach is a 20-acre parcel of town-owned land on the North River in Marshfield, with about a half mile of forest trails, a seating area, a picnic table, and […]
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 […]
110 Chittenden Ln, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
This Norwell town landing features a fishing dock and a canoe/kayak launch area. It is also a historic spot. A shipyard was located here as early as 1690, and the […]
81 Jacobs Ln, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
The Jacobs Pond Conservation Area features 189 acres of Norwell Conservation land with an extensive trail system around the north, east, and west sides of the 60-acre pond, and occasional […]
18 Dover St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
The 129-acre Norris Reservation, featuring with over a mile of North River frontage in Norwell, offers 2.4 miles of trails, plus a boat house with water views. Second Herring Brook […]
32 New Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Scituate’s Herring River Trail extends for 0.4 miles along a former railroad bed through the marshes to the Herring River. Stroller-friendly. Continue your walk on the Driftway Multi-Purpose Path, which […]
John Little Conservation Area, Union St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Marshfield’s 75-acre John Little Conservation Area features pasture, forest, and marsh, along with some gorgeous views of the North River. Along the 1.5 miles of trails, old stone walls and […]
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 Marshfield Launch and Brooks-Tilden Shipyard is a 15-acre conservation parcel, located directly on the North River, just upstream of the Union Street Bridge. The property features a public canoe/kayak […]
299 Damons Point Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Damon’s Point in Marshfield is a beautiful spot on the North River. A small town pier is located here, offering a fine scenic vista with wooden benches. On the western […]
Conservation Park, Driftway, Scituate, MA, USA
Driftway Conservation Park is 334 acres of Scituate Conservation land with a panoramic view of the Herring River and its salt marshes. In the 1930s, Boston Sand and Gravel owned […]
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The Spit is located at the mouth of the North and South Rivers in Scituate, adjacent to Third Cliff. A popular summertime beach, and a sand spit, it is also […]
