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Walden Pond State Reservation
915 Walden St., Concord, MA 01742
Directions
Let a visit to Walden Pond bring you back in time to the mid-1800's. Experience the connection with nature that inspired Henry David Thoreau's Walden. Enjoy a day of swimming, walking around the famous pond or boating out on the water. Also be sure to visit the replica of Thoreau's single-room cabin.
Organized groups must call in advance to make a reservation. Park hours vary seasonally. ph. 978-405-2082
email. Walden.programs@mass.gov
Organized groups must call in advance to make a reservation. Park hours vary seasonally. ph. 978-405-2082
email. Walden.programs@mass.gov
Phone
(978) 369-3254
Sunday - Saturday:
7:00 am-7:00 pm
Wells State Park
159 Walker Pond Road, Sturbridge, MA 01566
Directions
Wells State Park was, established in 1968, is a 1400 acre public recreation area located off Route 49 in Sturbridge, Massachusetts. The park offers 12 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and cross-county skiing. The woodlands are made up of an oak-hickory forest and northern hardwood forest types with groves of eastern white pine. Terrain is rugged with ledges interspersed between wetlands.
A notable trail leads to the cliffs of Carpenter Rocks, named after John Carpenter, who built and operated a sawmill nearby. Scenic views include the eastern section of Walker Pond and surrounding wooded valley.
Walker Pond's 104 acres provide opportunities for boating and fishing. The fish population is made up of largemouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, white perch, bluegill, pumpkin-seed, brown bullhead, white suckers, golden and bridled shiners.
A notable trail leads to the cliffs of Carpenter Rocks, named after John Carpenter, who built and operated a sawmill nearby. Scenic views include the eastern section of Walker Pond and surrounding wooded valley.
Walker Pond's 104 acres provide opportunities for boating and fishing. The fish population is made up of largemouth bass, chain pickerel, yellow perch, white perch, bluegill, pumpkin-seed, brown bullhead, white suckers, golden and bridled shiners.
Phone
(508) 347-9257
Wendell State Forest
392 Wendell Rd, Millers Falls, MA 01349
Directions
Wendell State Forest is 7,566 acres of rolling forested hills, streams, ponds, trails, a baseball diamond, and a picnic area. You can visit Wendell any time of year.
Phone
(413) 659-3797
Willard Brook State Forest
599 Main St on RT 119, West Townsend, MA 01474
Directions
Willard Brook State Forest sits on 2,597 acres near Townsend, MA. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including, hiking, and cross-country skiing.
Phone
(978) 597-8802
Willowdale State Forest
252 Ipswich Road, Topsfield, MA 01983
Directions
Explore 40 miles of trails at Willowdale. If you're looking for something water-based, check out Hood Pond west of Route 1.
Phone
(978) 877-5931
Windsor State Forest
River Rd., Windsor, MA 01096
Directions
Located in the rolling hills of the Berkshires, Windsor State Forest provides visitors with the relaxation of deep woods trails, views of the scenic Westfield River, historic CCC-era architecture, and sunny fields for picnic and play. A short hike takes guests up to the Windsor Jambs waterfall, featuring the Windsor Jambs Brook cascading between 80 foot high granite walls.
Phone
413.663.8469
Wompatuck State Park
204 Union St., Hingham, MA 02043
Directions
Wompatuck State Park spans 3,526 acres of forest, streams and ponds. Offering an over 250 site campground, 12 miles of non-motorized roads and 40 miles of forest trails, the park is a great place to get into nature.
Phone
(617) 895-8245