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 […]
Little Buttermilk Bay Woods, Head of the Bay Road, Buzzards Bay, MA, USA
Little Buttermilk Bay Woods is a varied property in Bourne with a 0.8-mile loop trail through woodlands and wetlands. Don’t miss the bench and observation deck on Little Buttermilk Bay!
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 […]
3 Beers Ave, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Norwell’s Valley Swamp Conservation Area offers about 1.3 miles of woodland trails with views of freshwater swamps. There are two distinct trail networks — one at the end of Shady […]
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 […]
60 Murphy Memorial Dr, Quincy, MA 02169, USA
Passanageset Park is a 58-acre property in Quincy. It features 1.3 miles of grassy trails with beautiful views of the Town River and Broad Meadow Marsh. Popular among birders, it […]
X734+X4 Kingston, MA, USA
The Muddy Pond Wilderness Preserve is a secluded, 322-acre property in Kingston, MA, with 2.8 miles of woodland trails and pond views. Many of the trails are hilly. Hunting is […]
26 Winthrop St, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Blackwater Memorial Forest in Kingston features a 0.7-mile loop trail, a pond, a level bog, and several spur trails into the forest. The centerpiece of this 46-acre property is a retired […]
Savery Avenue Conservation Area, 198 Main St, Carver, MA 02330, USA
Savery Avenue was the first divided highway in the country. It was presented to the public in 1861 by William Savery. Today you can walk up and down the paved […]
67 Howlands Ln, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
John Howland was an early settler in Plymouth Colony. After residing in Plymouth and Duxbury, he acquired 3 acres on today’s Rocky Nook in Kingston and established a homestead (c. […]
134 Wapping Rd, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Kingston’s 18-acre Carter Preserve features a 1-mile network of trails. Old bog roads offer views of upland forest, wetlands, and a stream, along with retired cranberry bogs. Hunting is not […]
81 Main St, Plympton, MA 02367, USA
Plympton’s Cato’s Ridge Preserve is a 105-acre property that also includes Churchill Park and O’Neil Marsh. It features a 2-mile network of woodland trails plus a 600-foot boardwalk over the […]
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 […]
154 South Meadow Road, Plymouth, MA, USA
This multi-use property features a playground, baseball and soccer facilities, and nature trails. Formerly known as West Plymouth Recreation Facility.
1409 Hanover St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
The Hanover Branch Rail Trail was established as a public trail in 2023. This wide, paved, shady pathway follows a former railroad bed for about a half mile. It connects […]
Center St, Plympton, MA 02367, USA
This 53-acre property features grassy fields and forest trails. It abuts Colchester Brook on its southern border. Used primarily for scouting activities, including camping. Horse-friendly.
70 Prospect Rd, Plympton, MA 02367, USA
Plympton’s Two Brooks Preserve is a 135-acre conservation property with 2 miles of trails through woodlands and wetlands, and along old cranberry bog access roads. The two brooks referenced in […]
590 Maquan St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
The Sleeper Conservation Area in Hanson is a 12-acre woodland with trail connections to Hanson’s Alton J. Smith Reserve, and Pembroke’s J.J. Shepherd Memorial Forest, as well as the Bay […]
58 Pleasant St, Carver, MA 02330, USA
Cole Conservation Land in Carver is a 242-acre woodland with more than 3 miles of well-marked trails, views of ponds and wetlands, and a remarkable suspension bridge. It was protected […]
66 Green St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Small (7 acre) conservation property on Green Street with a trail through the woods. Connects to link to Centennial Park / Pine Street Fields.
pine street courts, 290 Pine St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Town-owned athletic complex with trail link to Charles Ed White Recreational Area. Soccer fields, basketball court. In the winter, the Norwell Men’s Club often sets up a temporary ice skating rink […]
Holbrook Town Forest-Sodergren Enterance, Wiggins, Holbrook, MA 02343, USA
The Holbrook Town Forest features 115 acres of woodlands and forested wetlands, with 3 miles of well-marked and well-tended trails, plus views of Hemlock Brook. In addition, there are numerous […]
Eutaw Ave, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
The Cranberry Pond Conservation Area is a 140-acre wooded property on the Braintree-Holbrook line. It features 2 miles of trails, plus views of Cranberry Pond and Cranberry Brook. The landscape […]
75 Peach St, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
The 85-acre Braintree Town Forest features a 3.5-mile trail network, plus views of Cranberry Brook. It is located in Braintree Highlands. Motorized vehicles are prohibited.
5Bower Rd Ext, Quincy, MA, USA
Eaton’s Pond Conservation Area is a 100-acre property with 2 miles of woodland trails around a pond and through a former granite quarry. It offers views of Hayward Creek and […]
145R Pearl St, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
The Monatiquot River Nature Trail is a short but very scenic trail through the woods alongside the Monatiquot River in Braintree. It extends for 0.11 miles between Shaw’s and Beth […]
1103 Main St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
The 31-acre Hingham Middle School property offers a 1-mile trail system with woodland seating, an intriguing rocky area, vernal pools, and several views of Accord Brook. The trail begins at […]
67 Clapp Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Damon Preserve in Scituate opened to the public in 2022. The 37-acre property features 1.2 miles of woodland trails, numerous stone walls, and glimpses of open fields, plus occasional […]
685 Main St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Crooked Meadow River Area is a small-but-mighty 0.6-acre conservation property in Hingham. The very well-maintained Serenity Path leads to distant views of Crooked Meadow River and some large glacial erratic […]
937 Franklin St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury’s Howlands Mill Site features the remains of a water powered grist mill and sawmill. Located on Phillips Brook, within the 344-acre Lansing Bennett Forest.
829 Beech St, Rockland, MA 02370, USA
Rockland’s newest (2022) nature preserve! The McCarthy Farm Conservation Area features a 36-acre forest with old stone walls, two small ponds, and several potential vernal pools. Follow the 0.7-mile out-and-back […]
951 Ship Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This large wooded property features a 3-mile loop trail with rolling hills. Another prime attraction is a clearing with a cluster of benches and picnic tables in the shade of […]
773 Ship Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
A 1-mile out-and-back woodland trail with a challenging hill and lovely views of Cotton Pond. This narrow strip of land also features an impressive glacial erratic boulder. Part of the […]
644 Long Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
An 80-acre woodland on Long Pond Road in Plymouth, with about a half mile of trails. Part of a 3-mile trail loop within the Davis-Douglas Conservation Area. Other related properties […]
675 Long Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
The headquarters of the Wildlands Trust and the gateway to the 230 acres of woodlands collectively known as the Davis-Douglas Conservation Area. This includes Emery Preserve West, Six Ponds East Conservation Area, […]
1197 State Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This 210-acre wooded property offers a 1.1-mile out-and-back trail with frontage on Indian Brook, and with a distant view of Shallow Pond. According to the Plymouth Trail Guide, the trail was […]
1210 Old Sandwich Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This 116-acre woodland features a 0.85-mile loop trail with a steep climb up Hio Hill. At the top, you can look out across Cape Cod Bay. If you’re up for […]
81 Beaver Dam Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This property features 126 acres of retired cranberry bogs, slowly returning to their natural state. In addition, there are 1.5 miles of wide, flat trails to enjoy, as well as […]
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) […]
Crawley Woodlands Preserve, 331 Billington St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
A hilly 70-acre woodland with 2.5 miles of trails and views of Billington Sea and Lout Pond, plus a few glacial erratic boulders. Some trails are steep! Also in this area, […]
16 Surrey Dr, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Currently (2023) the only conservation area in West Plymouth. Twelve acres with views of Clear Pond and a wide, flat 0.65-mile trail around a former cranberry bog. A great spot […]
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 […]
110 Roxy Cahoon Road
A quiet, 187-acre woodland near Great Herring Pond. Follow the 0.8-mile trail through a mixed upland forest, and down into a secluded valley, where it connects with a historic cart […]
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 […]
113 Cushing St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Eel River Woods in Hingham is a 12-acre property with short, narrow trails (about a half mile total) and views of wetlands and streams. It is managed by the Hingham […]
300 Recreation Park Dr #5, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Hingham’s Recreation Park Drive Trail is named for the street on which it is located. This short loop trail (0.42 miles) extends through a hardwood forest, and connects Deerfield Road […]
1130 Main St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Marchesiani Farmlands in Hingham features just over a half mile of trails through 25 acres of historic farmland and woods, and up-close views of Accord Brook. It connects to McKenna […]
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 […]
46 Abington St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
The Old Swamp River Trail is a small property located in a remote section of Hingham, near the industrial parks, close to the Rockland and Weymouth borders. You’ll find an […]
805 Main St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
The South Elementary School Nature Trail in Hingham is a short (0.25 mile) loop through the woods with a stream crossing plus views of wetlands. An additional trail extends from […]
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 […]
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. […]
127 S Pleasant St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
George Washington Forest in Hingham is a 197-acre woodland with rolling hills and forested esker ridges. It offers both wide and narrow walking trails (3 miles altogether). Also known as […]
98 Hersey St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Burns Memorial Park in Hingham is a pretty, 26-acre property with a 0.32-mile trail that extends through an open woodland. Enjoy rocky outcroppings, stone walls, flowering shrubs, wetlands, and a […]
4 Boot Pond Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Once a cranberry bog, this 130-acre property is slowly reverting to its original form — a white cedar swamp, bordered by forest, with 1.7 miles of river flowing through it. […]
130 Scotland St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Accord Brook flows through the McKenna Marsh Conservation Area, a 100-acre property in Hingham. A trail, suitable for horseback riding, extends for 1 mile through woodlands and along the edge […]
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. […]
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. […]
789 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Scituate Town Forest is an 18-acre pine forest on Route 3A in North Scituate. It offers 1.5 miles of trails.
Ricciuti Dr, Quincy, MA 02169, USA
Quincy Quarries Reservation features a historic, but now inactive, granite quarry that has been partially filled. Stop here for rock climbing and hiking, or to enjoy views of the Boston […]
Hull, MA 02045, USA
Weir River Woods in Hull offers a mile of intersecting walking trails with beautiful views of the Weir River and its estuary. This wooded property is located in Hull’s Rockaway […]
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 […]
160 Hobart St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Brewer Reservation in Hingham links directly to Cassidy Field and Ridgewood Reservation. This 60-acre set of properties features unpaved roads and trails through piney woodlands. It is bordered on one […]
195 Myrtle St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Ceurvels Park, also known as the Myrtle Street Fields in Hanover, features baseball and soccer/lacrosse fields, as well as a basketball court. There are links to the 3-mile Hanover Senior […]
104 Temple St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Gifford Bog — the oldest working cranberry bog in Duxbury — is now conservation land! Walk the 0.73-mile perimeter loop trail around the bogs. Continue your walk for 2.3 miles […]
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 […]
433 Grove St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
The newest (2022) access point to Wompatuck State Park! Look for the entrance diagonally across the street from the Hornstra Farm sign on Grove Street in Norwell. Note: Hunting is […]
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 […]
430 Cushing St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Whortleberry Hollow in Hingham offers a short (0.4-mile) trail through the woods and around a wetland, with benches for quiet contemplation.
1160 Pleasant St, Brockton, MA 02301, USA
Brockton Audubon Preserve is a 126-acre Wildlands Trust property with 3 miles of woodland trails and boardwalks, as well as old stone walls, and a 20-foot-tall glacial erratic boulder. It […]
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 […]
83 Wapping Rd, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Kingston’s 77-acre Hathaway Preserve features 2 miles of established trails along Spring Brook and the Jones River, with four bridges and a boardwalk, and a section of the Bay Circuit Trail. […]
300 Leavitt St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
This alternate entrance to the 3500+ acre Wompatuck State Park offers access for pedestrians and cyclists. There is a medium-size hill shortly up the paved trail that may present a […]
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Duxbury’s Williams’ Preserve offers 3 miles of trails through 200 acres of woods and wetlands, plus views of the Wright Reservoir. Extend your exploration by also visiting Gifford Bog, immediately […]
339 King St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
The Pape Reservation features a half mile of woodland trails along the western edge of Lily Pond, Cohasset’s drinking water reservoir. The trail passes by several rocky outcroppings as well […]
Thompson St, Halifax, MA 02338, USA
The Striar Conservancy in Halifax features a quiet woodland trail (approx. 0.8 miles) with numerous footbridges and vernal pools. A short side trail offers a beautiful view of the Winnetuxet […]
Wharf St, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
The paved Back River Trail currently (2024) extends along the Back River in Weymouth from Bridge Street (Route 3A) through Great Esker Park and Osprey Overlook Park, for about 2 […]
Ingram Park Trail, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
Cohasset’s George Ingram Park features 27 acres of woods and wetlands with rocky outcroppings, old stone walls, and about a mile of trails.
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The Brass Kettle Conservation Area in Cohasset features about a mile of woodland trails with vernal pools, historic stone walls, and access to Brass Kettle Brook. A side trail provides […]
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 […]
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Also known as the Seaside Rail Trail and the Grace Trail, the 1.2-mile all-access North Plymouth Rail Trail connects Nelson Memorial Park to the Cordage Park commercial area. Extending along […]
Great Brewster Trail, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
Cohasset’s Great Brewster Woods is a varied, mostly-wooded property with numerous rocky outcroppings. The well-marked 1-mile trail descends into a valley beside a salt marsh. Enjoy views of Little Harbor.
202 N Main St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
Barnes Wildlife Sanctuary is town-owned land protected by the Cohasset Conservation Trust. It is located directly adjacent to Wheelwright Park, and the two properties share a woodland trail network of […]
202 N Main St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
Cohasset’s Wheelwright Park is a large town-owned property with a 1-mile woodland trail, a skating pond, and several large glacial erratic boulders. Popular with dog walkers and for horseback riding, […]
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 […]
Bay Circuit Trail, 199 Crooker Pl, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Indian Crossway Conservation Area in Hanson features an ancient trail that extends through the woods to edge of the Great Cedar Swamp, and into the northern part of the Burrage […]
Weymouth, MA 02188, USA
The 110-acre Bradford Torrey Bird Sanctuary in Weymouth features more than 3 miles of trails. It was named for local ornithologist and author, Bradford Torrey (1843-1912).
60 Beaver Dam Rd, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
The 481-acre Tidmarsh Wildlife Sanctuary is a varied property in the Manomet section of Plymouth. It features a winding coastal stream bordered by freshwater wetlands, plus 3 miles of trails […]
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 […]
125 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
The 1.5-mile Whitney Spur Rail Trail connects the Cohasset MBTA station with Whitney and Thayer Woods, Turkey Hill, and the 3500-acre Wompatuck State Park. Composed of graded crushed stone, it […]
House Rock Rd, Weymouth, MA 02188, USA
House Rock Park in Weymouth is a 24-acre property with 1/3-mile hiking trail and impressively large freestanding boulders, as well as a small playground. Featured in South Shore Quests.
139 Thicket St, Weymouth, MA 02190, USA
The Great Pond Trail in Weymouth extends for 1 quiet mile through the woods and along the shore of Great Pond, with beautiful water views. Please note that dogs are […]
115 Westminster Rd, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
Weymouth’s Cavern Rock Park is an unusually rocky property with a challenging 0.7-mile loop trail. This is a great place to explore when you need a change of scenery!
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 […]
875 Tremont St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Lapham Woods is an iconic stretch of woodland that protects the scenic approach to Duxbury’s Town Hall and First Parish Church. It extends along both sides of Depot Street and […]
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Whitman’s Donald Flaherty Trail is a 0.7-mile out & back trail through the woods and along wetlands.
53 Pierce Ave, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
The Bonney Hill Trail offers a rare glimpse of Hanson’s agricultural past. A wide, 1-mile woodland trail leads along the base of a Bonney Hill, past the former site of […]
135 Old Pine Dr, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Hanson’s Webster-Billings Conservation Area features 62+ acres of woodlands with established trails. It is bordered by residential areas off East Washington, State and Brook Streets. Indian Head Brook flows through […]
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 […]
723 Indian Head St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Hanson’s Veterans Memorial Town Forest is a quiet, 35-acre area of woods and wetlands on the shore of Wampatuck Pond. Three footbridges were added in 2021/2022 to facilitate trail access. […]
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 […]
67 Elm St, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Located in Kingston, Sampson Park and the Faunce Memorial Forest offer 175 acres with more than a mile of woodland trails. Other features include vernal pools and a view of […]
Wildlands Trust - The Nook Preserve, 66 Howlands Ln, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Owned by the Wildlands Trust, the Nook Preserve is a 17.5-acre property in Kingston with 1/2 mile of woodland trails and beautiful views of the Jones River. For up-to-date information […]
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The Crosbie Family Preserve and Appleton Field are adjacent properties with several intersecting loop trails through 49 acres of fields, woodlands and wetlands, with numerous stone walls. While you’re in […]
37 Deerfield Ln, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
The Hingham Street Reservoir is a picturesque public water supply surrounded by a 1.5-mile trail. Also known as the Abington/Rockland Reservoir, it is located on the Hanover/Rockland line. This is […]
88 Masthead Dr, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
This 11-acre property features a 0.4-mile trail that extends through the woods to the North River, just west of the Route 3 Bridge. Don’t miss the view of river and […]
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 […]
634 Careswell St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
The Winslow House in Marshfield is the ancestral home of the founding family of Marshfield. Also known as the 1699 Isaac Winslow House and Education Center, it offers seasonal tours […]
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 […]
Mass Audubon's North Hill Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary, Mayflower St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The Frederick B. Knapp Town Forest is situated on a hillside, overlooking a large pond and wetlands. It is part of Duxbury’s 1,000-acre Eastern Greenbelt, and home to the town’s […]
Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury’s Ashdod Forest offers trails through 244 acres of dense woodland and wetlands along Keene’s Brook, with occasional stream crossings and old stone walls. This includes a section of the […]
842 Tremont St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Green’s Harbor Path and Kettle Hole Loop are two miles of woodland trails that incorporate a pre-Colonial roadway. They are part of an expansive trail network in Duxbury, with links […]
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Matthews Bog is a small property in Duxbury that features 0.4 miles of trails around a small cranberry bog, plus pond views. It is connected by to longer trails into […]
Crowell Conservation Area, 225 Lincoln St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The Crowell Conservation Area in Duxbury is a retired cranberry bog with approx. 2 miles of trails. Around the former-bog areas, the trails are wide and feature views of marshes, […]
Crescent St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The Myles Standish Monument State Reservation in Duxbury features a tall tower and memorial to Myles Standish. It stands at the top of Captain’s Hill. Drive up (in season) or […]
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, […]
349 Autumn Ave, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Historic O’Neil Farm in Duxbury features more than 2 miles of trails through woods, wetlands and pasture, plus up-close views of the only working dairy farm in Duxbury. The 145-acre […]
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Duxbury’s Waiting Hill Preserve is a 120-acre preserve with trails through the woods, and around retired cranberry bogs. Waiting Hill is the second tallest hill in Duxbury. The extended trail […]
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. […]
Southfield Dog Park, Union Point, 25 Memorial Grove Ave, Weymouth, MA 02190, USA
The Union Point Northern Gateway Trail network features two miles of trails through woodlands and meadows. Located on a former Naval Air Station property, the trails are a mix of […]
World's End, Martins Lane, Hingham, MA, USA
Owned by The Trustees, and partly designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, World’s End is the jewel in the crown of South Shore nature preserves. Bordered by Hingham Harbor and the […]
192 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Turkey Hill in Hingham is a 62-acre property managed by both The Trustees and the Cohasset Conservation Trust. Hike or drive to the top of the 187-foot hill for spectacular […]
666 Main St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Jacobs Meadow in Hingham features 1.8 miles of trails through woodlands and meadows, with several old stone walls, plus a view of Fulling Mill Brook. The property is directly adjacent […]
380 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
Whitney & Thayer Woods, owned by The Trustees, features 824 acres of woodland with 10 miles of trails, plus access to several other properties. There is so much to see […]
115 Turkey Hill Ln, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Hingham’s Weir River Farm is a 75-acre family-friendly working farm with beautiful landscapes and 2 miles of varied walking trails. The barnyard is open seasonally. Cows, pigs and other livestock […]
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 […]
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 […]
681 Center St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Accessible from the Hanover Senior Center, this half-mile loop trail features boardwalks and old stone walls, plus access to Torrey Brook. It is part of a larger (3-mile) trail network […]
553 Center St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
The Nava-Stasiluk Conservation Area in Hanover offers just under a mile of trails through the woods, across Torrey Brook, and along an old railroad bed. It is part of an […]
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 […]
151 Old Farm Rd, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Hanover’s Pine Island is not actually an island. This 20-acre conservation property offers about a mile of pleasant walking trails through meadow and forest. It is bordered by the Pine […]
244 Plain St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Hanover’s Plain Street Trails extend for about 2 miles through 65 acres of woods and wetlands. Continue your walk by visiting the Pine Island Trail, in the same neighborhood.
1280 Tremont St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury’s Cow Tent Hill Preserve is a 32-acre woodland property with a 1/3 mile loop trail. It is situated on a hillside overlooking the Duck Hill River. For up-to-date information […]
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 […]
31 Holly Crest Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Higgins-MacAllister Preserve in Scituate features a 1.2-mile loop trail. Follow the large wooden bridge to the trail, which extends through woods and wetlands, offering views of Merritt Brook, a […]
87 Wharf St, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
Once a landfill, Weymouth’s Osprey Overlook Park is a scenic public property with stunning views of the Back River. Part of the Back River Trail system, with a direct link […]
121 Indian Trail, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Located in a quiet corner of North Scituate, the Hubbell Preserve features trails through the woods and across moss-covered outcroppings of rock, with several small stream crossings. It is a […]
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 […]
638 Market St, Rockland, MA 02370, USA
The 3.5-mile paved Rockland Rail Trail extends from West Hanover, through Rockland, to North Abington. Ideal for walking and bicycling, it offers numerous access points. Wheelchair- and stroller-friendly. Also see […]
709 Country Way, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Scituate’s Ellis Estate features an extensive trail network through the woodlands surrounding the historic Bailey-Ellis House and Deke’s Pond. The property boundaries extend eastward behind the Scituate Public Safety Building […]
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 […]
32 S Pleasant St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
The Lehner Conservation Area in Hingham features grasslands, mixed forest, wetlands, and streams, with trails. It is directly adjacent to Jacobs Meadow.
250 Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Each year from late December or early January to sometime in March, this public golf course opens its greens and cart paths to the public. Walkers and birders are welcome, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Mass Audubon's North Hill Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary, Mayflower St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
The North Hill Marsh Wildlife Sanctuary is a 146-acre property featuring a large pond surrounded by woods and wetlands — prime habitat for migratory waterfowl. Located within Duxbury’s 1000-acre greenbelt, […]
Veterans Commemorative Town Forest, School St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
A network of about 3 miles of woodland trails, on a hillside overlooking Silver Lake. A section of the Bay Circuit Trail extends through this property.
188 Clapp Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Bates Lane Conservation Area is a 335-acre property with several miles of woodland trails. It links directly to Higgins-MacAllister Preserve. Its features include old stone walls, glacial erratic boulders, […]
139 Monroe St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
The Tubbs Meadow Conservation Area features a 2.7-mile network of wide, flat walking trails through the woods and around a retired cranberry bog. A section of the Bay Circuit Trail […]
45 Whiting St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Hanover’s Melzar Hatch Preserve offers nearly 2 miles of trails with several bridges over Longwater Brook and the Drinkwater River. It is mostly woodland, with sections extending along the grassy […]
Thompson Pond & Twin Ponds Trail System, 104-194 Spruce St, Abington, MA 02351, USA
The Twin Ponds Trail extends for nearly two miles through the woods. It is located on the site of the former South Weymouth Naval Air Station, and shares a parking […]
JJ Shephard Memorial Forest, 451-483 Mattakeesett St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
Woodland trails bordering Indian Head Pond and the retired Andruk cranberry bog. Also a small area of wetlands. Contiguous with the Alton J. Smith Reserve and Sleeper Conservation Area in […]
Thompson Pond & Twin Ponds Trail System, 104-194 Spruce St, Abington, MA 02351, USA
The Thompson Pond Trail in Abington extends for about two miles through meadow and forest. It is located on the site of the former South Weymouth Naval Air Station and […]
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 […]
482 North Ave, Rockland, MA 02370, USA
The 43-acre Rockland Town Forest features a well-maintained woodland trail network and numerous views of French’s Stream. Also known as the George Anderson Town Forest.
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, […]
23 Virginia Dr, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
The Shingle Mill Brook Trail in North Hanover extends for more than a mile through woods and red maple swamp. The 10-acre property features two drumlin hills and some spectacular […]
81 Learning Ln, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
Three miles of mostly wide, well-maintained trails through the woods and wetlands bordering Pembroke High School and Hobomock Elementary School. A section of the Bay Circuit Trail extends through this […]
Forge Pond Park, 245 King St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
French’s Stream Trail in Hanover extends for 0.5 mile along French’s Stream. It features water views and a wooden bridge and provides canoe/kayak access to Forge Pond. The trail is […]
Forge Pond Park, 245 King St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Clark Bog in Hanover features a 1-mile trail network that extends around a former cranberry bog and into a former industrial area. Continue through the woods to the Old Rockland […]
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Summer Street Conservation Lands is a 14-acre forest in Rockland and Hanover. A trail extends for approx. 1-mile across the property and links directly to the Old Rockland Fireworks Loop […]
Forge Pond Park, 245 King St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
The Old Rockland Fireworks Loop Trail, on the Hanover-Rockland town line, offers a glimpse of the area’s industrial past. The wide, partially paved, 1-mile woodland trail is tucked away in […]
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. […]
510 Grove St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
The Hatch Lots Conservation Area in Norwell features 44 acres of historic woodlots with 2 miles of walking trails and footbridges through forest and wetlands. Contiguous with Simon Hill and […]
106 Circuit Street, Hanover, MA, USA
Denham Pond is a Hanover Conservation property, located on Circuit Street. It features 1.2 miles of marked, intersecting loop trails through the woods, plus a pond, a vernal pool, and […]
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. […]
85 Willow St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Marshfield’s Pratt Farm offers 34 acres of conservation land along both the South River and Zenas Brook. A half-mile of trails extend through woods and wetlands, with bridges and small […]
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 […]
758 Main St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
With a total of 775 acres, this is Marshfield’s largest conservation property. There is an established trail network through forested uplands and freshwater wetlands, plus two of the highest elevations in […]
226 Webster St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Webster’s Wilderness is a 130-acre Marshfield Conservation property with a 2-mile trail network through lowland forest and wetlands. It is part of the 1200 acres that once belonged to US […]
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 […]
53 North St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
South River Bog is a 100-acre Duxbury Conservation property that offers about a mile of trails plus captivating views of the South River. In the past, the property was known […]
677 Temple St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury’s Whiton Woods is a 37-acre conservation property, located on Temple Street. Next door is Cedar Crest. Together they provide 154 acres of open space, with a 2.2-mile network of […]
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The 450-acre Camp Wing Conservation Area offers 2.7 miles of trails in two sections. Much of this Duxbury Conservation property is maintained as wilderness for water protection and wildlife habitat. […]
Misty Meadows Conservation Area, 34 Ingham Way, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
153 acres of Pembroke Conservation land, including upland forest and freshwater wetland. One trail leads to a bench overlooking Herring Brook. Another leads to the Willow Brook Farm Preserve. This […]
Wildlands Trust - Willow Brook Farm Preserve, 99 Barker St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
Pembroke’s Willow Brook Farm Preserve is 167 acres of upland and wetlands. Located at the confluence of Pudding and Herring Brooks, it is owned by the Wildlands Trust, and features […]
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 […]
720 State St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
The Rocky Run Conservation Area is a small but fascinating 19-acre property — beautiful, and rich in history. Located directly on the Indian Head River and Rocky Run Brook. Owned […]
Mass Audubon's Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary, Winslow Cemetery Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
578 acres along the Green Harbor River, owned by Mass Audubon. The Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary showcases a variety of habitats, including grasslands, marsh, red cedar swamp, and upland forest. […]
1295 Main St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Furnace Brook Watershed Conservation Area is a 257-acre property in Marshfield that protects five town well sites. Furnace Brook flows through the long, narrow parcel from north to south. There […]
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The Morrill Allen Phillips Sanctuary, the Merry Conservation parcel, and the Firehouse Loop trail extend across 55 acres of Hanover Conservation land. The properties feature 1.6 miles of intersecting, well-marked […]
519 Broadway, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Hanover’s Folly Hill and Bog Iron Trails extend over 130 acres of conservation and water protection land. The 3.6 miles of trails lead through the woods and around an extensive […]
400 Elm St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
The Tucker Preserve is 78.6 acre property owned by the Wildlands Trust. A looping network of trails leads through the woods and across two streams, with several captivating views of […]
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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 […]
291 Union St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Two Mile Farm, owned by The Trustees, is 68 acres on the North River, with salt marsh, upland forest and more than a mile of trails, plus occasional old stone […]
2 Meadow Farm Way, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
184 acres of Norwell Conservation land along the North River with 2-3 miles of intersecting trails, a picnic area, and numerous old stone walls. Named for Cornet Robert Stetson, who […]
108-150 Maryland St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
11 acres of Marshfield Conservation land abutting Two Mile Farm. More than a mile of trails, plus views of the North River.
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 […]
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Cornhill Woodland is 123 acres of conservation land on the North River in Marshfield, with two miles of trails and boardwalks through forest and freshwater wetlands. Along the way, you’ll […]
Donovan Fields, Circuit St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
A 3.5-mile network of paved walking/cycling trails, sidewalks and boardwalks, the Norwell Pathway provides an alternative to crossing town via Route 123. Along the way, it connects Norwell High School, […]
Donovan Fields, Circuit St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Norwell’s Conservation Commission owns these woods and open fields, located at the intersection of Circuit, Forest, and Pleasant Streets. The property consists of 150 acres. Fifty acres of fields are […]
72 Simon Hill Rd, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Norwell’s Simon Hill and Bowker Street Conservation Area offers 2 miles of trails across 200 acres, with views of Burnt Plain Swamp. Simon Hill is a 27-acre conservation area managed […]
181 Mt Blue St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
350 acres of Norwell Conservation land including Black Pond Bog and Black Pond Swamp, with captivating natural and historic features. Also known as Cuffey Hill. Portions owned by The Nature Conservancy. […]
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 […]
38 Forest St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Miller Woods in Norwell is a 47-acre conservation parcel with just over a mile of loop trails and boardwalks through upland and wetlands. In the woods, you’ll see glacial erratic […]
625 Main St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Just outside Norwell Center, the combined Fogg Forest and Carleton Property provide 154 acres of contiguous conservation land, and at least 2 miles of trails. Look for the trailhead at […]
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 […]
Wildlands Trust - Phillips Farm Preserve, Highland St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
40 acres owned by The Wildlands Trust. Contiguous with several other protected natural areas, the property has trails that connect to Nelson Memorial Forest and Union Street Woodland. For up-to-date […]
1253 Union St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
The 41-acre Union Street Woodland in Marshfield features a half-mile woodland trail, with boardwalks, that leads to Nelson Memorial Forest. Another trail connects to Phillips Farm Preserve. These three properties […]
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Nelson Memorial Forest in Marshfield is a 180-acre parcel on the North River owned by the New England Forestry Foundation. It features 3 miles of intersecting trails through varied habitats. […]
8 Cushing Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
At Cushing Memorial State Park in Scituate, a short woodland trail leads to the burial site of US Supreme Court Chief Justice William Cushing. A second short trail leads down […]
Mass Audubon's North River Wildlife Sanctuary, 2000 Main St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Mass Audubon’s 225-acre North River Wildlife Sanctuary features 2.5 miles of trails through open fields and forest, including a 0.25 mile universally accessible sensory trail. A boardwalk leads to an […]
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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Scituate’s Preble Property, a 50-acre parcel of marsh and barrier beach, was deeded to NSRWA in 1975. The marsh protects the nesting grounds for the Piping Plover. There is pedestrian […]
