Myles Standish Monument State Reservation

Address

Crescent St., Duxbury, MA 02332

Phone

General park information (508) 747-5360
Dogs Allowed
Historic site

Details   of Myles Standish Monument State Reservation

Overview   of Myles Standish Monument State Reservation

High atop Captain's Hill, 200 feet above sea level, stands the Myles Standish Monument, a 116-foot granite shaft crowned by a 14-foot statue of Captain Myles Standish, military leader of Plymouth Colony. When the tower is open, visitors can climb 125 steps to a small viewing area at the top. The monument offers a panoramic view of the South Shore-church spires, several 19th-century lighthouses, Duxbury Beach, Plymouth Harbor, and the Blue Hills.

Hours   for Myles Standish Monument State Reservation

Open weekends from 9am-5pm Memorial day weekend through Labor Day

Parking   at Myles Standish Monument State Reservation

Free onsite parking available in lot.

Activities   at Myles Standish Monument State Reservation

  • Hiking

    Explore wooded trails surrounding the monument.

All Activities   at Myles Standish Monument State Reservation

  • Biking
  • Hiking

Facilities   at Myles Standish Monument State Reservation

  • Picnic tables are available in the summer

Restrictions   at Myles Standish Monument State Reservation

  • No alcohol
  • No littering

More info   for Myles Standish Monument State Reservation

Climb to the top of Myles Standish Monument

The monument is open to the public during summer months (check above for hours).

Climb the 125-step granite monument that overlooks Plymouth Harbor. At the top of the monument, enjoy a panoramic view of Southeastern Massachusetts, from the Blue Hills to Cape Cod.

  • All children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Rain and heavy winds will close the monument.
  • The monument is not wheelchair accessible.

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