440 E Squantum St, Quincy, MA 02171, USA
In the 1620’s and early 1630’s, Moswetuset Hummock — located in the Squantum section of Quincy — was the summer seat of Chickatawbut, Chief Sac’hem of the Ponkapoag band of […]
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, […]
18 Shipyard Dr, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
The Hingham Shipyard Waterfront Walkway is a 0.18-mile concrete walkway along the water’s edge, with gorgeous views of the Back River and Weymouth Neck. It connects the Hingham Shipyard shopping […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
108 Water St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Small grassy park with concrete walking trail, benches, and memorials. Located on the waterfront in Plymouth Harbor. Also known as Fisherman’s Memorial Park. Continue your walk along the waterfront to […]
107 Circuit St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
This centrally-located green space is still being developed. Ultimately, it will feature wildflower meadows, a raised-bed community garden, and the Nancy Hemingway Memorial Garden. Directly adjacent to the Donovan-Wildcat Conservation […]
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: […]
100 Main St, Hull, MA 02045, USA
Captain Cleverly Park is a small grassy property with bay views, located near Hull High School. It features benches, a flagpole, and a short walking path, and is adjacent to […]
Point Allerton, Hull, MA, USA
Point Allerton is a scenic spot in the Allerton Hill neighborhood of Hull, with a bench overlooking Massachusetts Bay.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
170 Glenrose Ave, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
The 0.13-mile gravel Patty Whitehouse Scenic Overview Trail, located next to the Braintree Electric Light Department, offers beautiful views of the Fore River.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
94 Border St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
The Government Island Historic District is a varied property that includes the headquarters of the Cohasset Harbormaster, Fisherman’s Park, a small commercial fishing wharf, the Cohasset Lighthouse Keeper’s Residence, and […]
86 Border St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
The scenic and historic Border Street Bridge,on the Gulf River between Cohasset and Scituate, offers extraordinary views, especially at high tide! It is also known as the Mill Bridge. Swimming […]
2 Border St, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
The Cohasset Veterans Memorial is a small park on Cohasset Cove with memorials to Cohasset-based veterans from the Civil War to the present. Located right on the water, the views […]
12 Grove Ave, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
The 2.5-acre Fee Pond, located in the Crow Point neighborhood of Hingham, offers opportunities for nature study and seasonal ice skating. It has walking trails on two sides, about 0.2 […]
60 Farina Rd, Hull, MA 02045, USA
Fort Revere Park is a historic fort and grassy park with a spectacular view of Boston Harbor. Located atop Telegraph Hill in Hull Village. It features the remains of US […]
129 Washington St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Historic Sylvester Field features a 0.5-mile trail along the edge of a large meadow, leading to short loop and a scenic spot on Third Herring Brook. An additional trail continues […]
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, […]
2 Sea St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Sea Street is the main road connecting Humarock to Marshfield. It crosses the South River and becomes Marshfield Avenue. The bridge was officially named in 1998 to honor Captain Frederick […]
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 […]
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.” […]
205 Taylor Ave, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
A beautiful ocean beach in the village of Manomet. Limited public access in the summer. Also known as Taylor Avenue Beach. Large sections of the beach and dunes are fenced […]
Carver St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Cole’s Hill is a spot to know for local history. It also boasts a spectacular view! This National Historic Landmark, located on a hill overlooking Plymouth Harbor and Pilgrim Memorial State […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
44 Jericho Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Overlooking Scituate Harbor, the wheelchair-accessible Scituate Harbor Community Building has three function rooms available for rent. Located next to the Jericho Road State Boat Ramp, with views of the Scituate […]
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 […]
Scituate Harbor Gazebo, Cole Pkwy, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Scituate Harborwalk extends for a half mile, along Scituate Harbor and Satuit Brook, with beautiful water views. A concrete walkway (with a guardrail), it passes by the Scituate Harbormaster […]
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 […]
77 Water St, State Pier, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Follow the paved walkway from Water Street to view, and (in season) visit, Mayflower II, a full-scale reproduction of the ship the Europeans settlers known as Pilgrims sailed to America. […]
79 Water St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Pilgrim Memorial State Park is a grassy property with numerous shade trees. It extends along Plymouth’s waterfront, offering numerous views of the harbor. Also featured: a pavilion, at least a […]
106 Summer Street, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Home to the Plymouth’s Skate Park, as well as a basketball court and a scenic overlook on Town Brook. 2.3 acres, mostly paved. Immediately adjacent to the Town Brook Trail, […]
88 Billington St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
A small grassy park with a short gravel trail, on the banks of Town Brook. Stroller-friendly. Located at the site of the First Water Privilege, where a series of mills […]
4 Billington St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This 4-acre park is 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
7 River St, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Kingston’s Marshall Joyce Wildlife Sanctuary is a 1.5-acre parcel of coastal forest and salt marsh, adjacent to the Jones River and Mulliken’s Landing. This property is intended more as a […]
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 […]
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, […]
429 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The First Herring Brook Reservoir in Scituate provides municipal drinking water. It was created by placing a dam on First Herring Brook. As this is part of the town water […]
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 […]
132R Sandwich St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
Renovated in 2024, this 7-acre outdoor recreational complex on Plymouth Harbor features tennis, pickleball and basketball courts, a ball field, and the Douglass C. Gray Playground. There is also a […]
30 Water St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
This pleasant grassy 2.9-acre park in the Plymouth Harbor commercial district features benches, memorials, and bridges over Town Brook. Stop by in the spring to see alewife herring swimming upstream […]
30 Atlantic Ave, Hull, MA 02045, USA
Winsor Shores is a tiny property on the Hull-Cohasset line. Part of the Weir River Estuary Park, it provides paddling access to the 92-acre Straits Pond.
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. […]
Straits Pond Dam, Nantasket Ave, Cohasset, MA 02025, USA
The Straits Pond Tide Gate in Hull offers views of Straits Pond as it enters the Weir River Estuary. Located at West Corner, where the towns of Hull, Hingham and […]
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 […]
Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Lyford’s Lyking is a beautiful spot on Rockland Street in Hingham, where you can enjoy views of the Weir River and its estuary! In the 1600s, a herring weir was […]
47 Cottage St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Governor Long Bird Sanctuary in Hingham is a grassy hilltop property with a bench that overlooks Hingham Harbor. The distance from the parking area to the viewing area is 0.1 […]
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” […]
144 Rockland St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Amonte Meadow Conservation Area in Hingham is a broad grassy property abutting wetlands, close to the Weir River. For a walk nearby, check out the trails at Foundry Pond on […]
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 — […]
1002Summer St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Swanson Meadow in Duxbury is a conversation property with open fields surrounded by woodlands, featuring some old stone walls and foundations. Hunting is not permitted on this property.
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 […]
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 […]
130 King Caesar Rd, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Bumpus Park is a small grassy property located across the street from the King Caesar House museum in Duxbury. It offers gorgeous views of Duxbury Bay.
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 […]
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, […]
30 Summer St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Located on historic Barnes Wharf, the Hingham Maritime Center offers sailing, rowing, maritime education, and community access to the waterfront. The stone wharf dates back to the steamboat era. Swimming […]
192 HMS Halsted Dr, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
Creedon Memorial park is a small grassy property in the Hingham Shipyard development. It is owned by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation. Next door — privately owned but […]
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 […]
Weymouth, MA 02191, USA
Great Hill Park in North Weymouth features a breathtaking view of the Boston skyline! This grassy hilltop on Bradley Road offers benches and a picnic area. It’s a great spot […]
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 […]
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 […]
Court St, Plymouth, MA 02360, USA
The Homes Reservation is a large open field on a gently sloping hillside, overlooking historic Plymouth Harbor. Take a walk around the perimeter (0.6 miles). For a longer excursion, continue […]
Grays Beach Rd, Kingston, MA 02364, USA
Gray’s Beach Park in Kingston is a varied, grassy town-owned park. It features a small sandy beach on Kingston Bay and a recently-renovated playground, along with athletic courts, a paved […]
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 […]
100 Lighthouse Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Also known as Old Scituate Light, this c. 1810 structure was the 11th lighthouse built in the United States. Small plaques posted at various points on site offer tidbits of […]
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 […]
306 Winter St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Berrybrook Fields is a gorgeous, tree-lined, 41-acre hay field that offers a glimpse of Duxbury’s agricultural past. A cart path provides about 0.25 mile of trail, with ample opportunities for […]
326 Plymouth St, Abington, MA 02351, USA
Griffin Dairy Farm is a town-owned conservation property in agricultural setting in Abington. It features a half-mile flat gravel walking path, an athletic field, and a small picnic area. Extend […]
199 Central St, Abington, MA 02351, USA
A tiny, butterfly-friendly park on the Shumatuscacant River. An enchanting spot where visitors are invited to observe and contemplate the natural world.
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 […]
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 & […]
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 […]
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. […]
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Keene’s Sawmill is a historic site in Duxbury, MA. In the 18th century, a sawmill produced boxes for cranberries here. Portions of the granite structure remain in place. Keene’s Brook […]
Extension, Pine St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Hatch Mill in Marshfield is the last remaining water-powered mill on Two Mile Brook, which flows into the North River. Located on Hatch Pond, it is open to the public […]
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. […]
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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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
Wildlands Trust - Capt. David Cushman Jr. Preserve, Anchorage Ln, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury’s Captain David J. Cushman Preserve is a small, stroller-friendly open field with a perimeter trail and nesting boxes. The access road and also a short spur trail offer gorgeous […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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.
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
1250 Ferry St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Look for the historic marker at the western end of the Sea Street Bridge , across the street from the Bridgewaye Inn. A ferry service operated here from 1638 to 1881 […]
68 Peabody Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
6 acres of Marshfield Conservation land with a trail through mixed forest and wetlands. An oasis for migrating birds. Located diagonally across the street from the JPH Organization at Ferry […]
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 […]
Marshfield Recreation Department, 900 Ferry St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Former location of a Coast Guard Communications Center, established in 1943 during World War II to transmit weather information and keep track of shipping along the Eastern Seaboard. The property […]
325 Standish St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Prior to the 1898 Portland Gale, the area between Marshfield’s Rexhame Beach and the southern end of Humarock was the mouth of the North River. It was a major center […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
2054 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Originally constructed 1646 when it was known as Otter Bridge. There is no historic marker. In the past, the adjacent banks were used as a canoe launch, but there is […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
9 Washington St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
The beautiful and historic Washington Street Bridge spans the North River between Pembroke and Hanover. In 1656, Plymouth Colony paid William Barstow 12 pounds sterling to build the first bridge […]
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 […]
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Scituate’s Old Oaken Bucket Pond is one of two reservoirs on First Herring Brook created by dams. The town draws its municipal water from the pond. First Herring Brook Reservoir, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. Hunting is […]
12 Chief Justice Cushing Hwy, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Route 3A state highway bridge in Scituate features a scenic pull-off area with views of the North River. Originally constructed in 1825 as Little’s Bridge, and now known as […]
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 […]
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 […]
1 Country Way, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Stockbridge Grist Mill is a pocket park managed by Scituate Historical Society. It offers views of First Herring Brook and a historic water-driven mill and dam. Cross the street […]
32 New Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
Scituate’s Driftway Multi-Purpose Path is a 1.5-mile paved bicycle and walking trail. It extends alongside The Driftway from the parking area for the Herring River Trail to Gilson Road. Stroller-friendly. […]
280 Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The James Landing Walkway is a scenic, 0.3-mile gravel trail for public use that connects to Scituate’s Driftway. It extends along the edge of the Herring River marsh, through the […]
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 […]
