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Fort Phoenix State Reservation
Green Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719
Directions
Though one of the smallest state parks, Fort Phoenix offers plenty to see and do. In summer, the main attraction is the beach, which is universally accessible. You might also walk along the hurricane barrier for a beautiful view of the Atlantic ocean. Finally, be sure to visit the historic remains of Fort Phoenix, which dates to the Revolutionary War.
Phone
(508) 992-4524
Freetown-Fall River State Forest
110 Slab Bridge Road, Assonet, MA 02702
Directions
This 5000-acre forest includes 25 miles of trails for hiking, horse-back riding, or off-roading (dirt bikes only). It's also home to a Wampanoag reservation.
Phone
(508) 644-5522
Georgetown-Rowley State Forest
Route 97, Georgetown, MA 01833
Directions
Explore over 1,000 acres of forest for year-round activities. Hike and bike during the warmer months. After the snow falls, hit the trails for skiing and snowmobiling.
Phone
(978) 887-5931
Granville State Forest
323 West Hartland Road, Granville, MA 01034
Directions
If you're looking to break away from the busy day-to-day, this park is the place to be. Campsites deep in the woods offer peace and quiet. Plenty of other activities include hiking, biking, and snowshoeing.
Phone
(413) 357-6611
Great Brook Farm State Park
165 North Road, Carlisle, MA 01741
Directions
This 1000-acre park features more than 20 miles of trails. You can see notable Native American sites and 17th-century cellar holes leftover from English settlers. There's also an active dairy farm that offers free tours on weekends.
Phone
(978) 369-6312
Hammond Pond Reservation
Hammond Pond Parkway, Newton, MA 02168
Directions
Hammond Pond is located in Newton, Mass, just west of Boston that features dozens of trails to hike and interesting rock formations to climb. You can also fish.
Phone
(617) 333-7404
Harold Parker State Forest
305 Middleton Road, North Andover, MA 01845
Directions
Harold Parker State Forest is a located in Andover, Mass, only an hour north of Boston. With 35 miles of trails, 11 ponds, and dozens of campsites, there’s something in this Central Hardwood-Hemlock-White Pine forest for everyone.
Phone
(978) 686-3391
Hopkinton State Park
164 Cedar St., Hopkinton, MA 01748
Directions
Hopkinton State Park has a little bit of everything: 1500 acres of forest crisscrossed by more than 10 miles of hiking trails, two seasonal swimming beaches staffed seasonally by lifeguards, a variety of sunny and shaded picnic areas, and the historic earthen dam offering some of the best views in the park year-round.
Hopkinton is one of the most-visited parks in the Central Region, featuring hundreds of picnic tables and stationary charcoal grills in first-come-first-served picnic areas, as well as two pavilions available seasonally for reservations. It is common for thousands of patrons to visit the park daily on weekends in the summer; plan your visit in advance and arrive early, then spend a relaxing day at the park and enjoy all it has to offer.
Hopkinton is one of the most-visited parks in the Central Region, featuring hundreds of picnic tables and stationary charcoal grills in first-come-first-served picnic areas, as well as two pavilions available seasonally for reservations. It is common for thousands of patrons to visit the park daily on weekends in the summer; plan your visit in advance and arrive early, then spend a relaxing day at the park and enjoy all it has to offer.
Phone
(508) 435-4303