Accessible Trails
There are many different types of accessible trails in Massachusetts state parks. Any rail trail offers you a paved, level experience for access to natural areas and exercise. Several parks also offer accessibly-designed hiking trails in scenic, natural settings. These accessible trails are either paved or made from stone dust and are usually under a mile long.
Visit the DCR Universal Access Program Accessible Trails for more information
Boston Area
Northeast MA
- Babson Farm Quarry Trail - Hike from the entrance to the self-guided Babson Farm Quarry loop trail.
- Halibut Point State Park Self-Guided Walking Tour
Middlesex Fells State Reservation
Salisbury Beach State Reservation
- Nature Trail Introductory Walk -Although less than a mile, the self-guided nature trail offers opportunities to explore the barrier beach and salt marsh environments. Trail extends from near the dump station and parallels “Z” St., ending near the boat ramp.
- Henry’s Early Life: The Making of a Philosopher and Writer
- Two Years, Two Months, and Two Days: A Writer’s Reflection, Living At The Pond
- Walden Suggested Hikes
Southeast MA
Blue Hills Reservation Houghtons Pond Recreation Area
Freetown-Fall River State Forest
Southeast MA
Blue Hills Reservation Houghtons Pond Recreation Area
Freetown-Fall River State Forest
Manuel F. Correllus State Forest
- Rocky Pond Cranberry Bogs Trail Guide
- Frost Pocket Loop Trail Guide
- East Head Reservoir Trail Guide
- Recommended Paved Bike Path Routes
- Suggested Hikes & Rides
- Fall Forest Exploration Trip Tip
- Suggested Hikes & RidesSouthe
Central MA
Central MA
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park
- Towpath Walking Tour - A self-guided walk along the historic Blackstone Canal
- Blackstone Walking Tour - The crossroads of the Blackstone Valley
- Millville Walking Tour - Discover what makes history in Millville!
- Suggested Hikes & Walks
- Habitat Hike - Welcome to the Laurel Loop Trail! As you explore the trail, this guide invites you to take a closer look at habitats along the way.
- Suggested Hikes & Rides
J. Harry Rich
- Water Power Walk- A self-guided tour through the park
Mount Watatic State Reservation
- Quabbin Park Visitor Center Loop Trail Brochure
- Quabbin Park Middle Gate to Observation Tower Trail Brochure
Western MA
- Benedict Pond Loop Trail: a delightful discovery of life around the pond and surrounding woodland.
- Suggested Hikes & Rides
Chester-Blandford State Forest
- Suggested Hikes & Rides
- H. Newman Marsh Trail - Two-mile hike, uphill climb and scenic views.
Connecticut River Greenway State Park
Fountain Pond State Park
- Suggested Hikes & Rides
- On a Roll: The Story of Paper in Turners Falls - Under a mile tour of industrial sites in the downtown and along the canal.
Greylock Glen
Mount Greylock State Reservation
Mount Holyoke Range State Park
- Recommended Hikes and Rides
Through the Eyes of Robert Frost Self-guided Hike -
Four mile hike to experience the poet's vision and appreciation of the natural world.
Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation
- Suggested Hikes & Rides
- Eyrie House Ruins Tour - Take in the valley view at the curious ruins of an 1800s mountain-top hotel.
A short, easy walk exploring this park's fascinating geologic and industrial story.
Sandisfield State Fores (York Lake)
- Suggested Hikes & Rides
- York Lake Loop Trail - Discover what was once a mostly cleared and prosperous farming landscape, now forest.
- Suggested Hikes & Rides
- Busby Trail to Spruce Hill - Travel through northern hardwood forest to a great panoramic view.
- Haskins Trail to Bog Pond - An easy trail through forest with views of a curious mountain pond.
- Suggested Hikes & Rides
- Gilmore Trail - Discover clues to former 1800s agricultural landscape now lake and forest.