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Dighton Rock State Park

Dighton Rock State Park

Bay View Avenue, Berkley
508 822-7537 or call Freetown SF

An 11-foot-high "glacial erratic" boulder known as Dighton Rock once rested on the shore of the Taunton River adjacent to this park. Covered with petroglyphs, carved designs of ancient and uncertain origin, the rock is now installed in a small museum. The museum (open by appointment) exhibits several explanations of the carvings, which range from Portuguese explorers to Native Americans.

The park, which covers 85 acres in the town of Berkley, is a popular local picnic spot because of its soft, grassy areas interspersed with mature shade trees.

Things to know before you go…
The park is open 7 days a week. The museum is open by appointment only" please call 508 644-5522.

Park Directions
Dighton Rock State Park is located near Fall River in southeastern Massachusetts.


From the north: Rte. 24 south to exit 10 west. Right at End of Ramp onto N. Main Street. Left on Friends St. Follow signs.

 

 
  
Nonmotorized Boating
Canoeing
Fishing
Hiking
Historic Site
Mountain Biking
Picnicking
Restrooms
Skiing (Cross-Country)
Walking Trails

Freetown State Forest
Fall River Heritage State Park

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