Visit Massachusetts State Parks Locations

Location Listing

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  Alewife Brook Reservation 

  Alewife Station Access Rd., Cambridge, MA 02140 Directions 

  This sprawling urban forest is filled with wetlands and a variety of birds. Walk along limited trails to see a rare side of nature without leaving the city.
  Phone

  (617) 727-9693
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  Ames Nowell State Park 

  Linwood St., Abington, MA 02351 Directions 

  Ames Nowell is open year-round for daytime recreation. Cleveland Pond is popular with boaters and fisherman. If you're looking to stay dry, there are several miles of trails along the pond edge and surrounding woods.
  Phone

  (781) 857-1336
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  Appalachian Trail 

  30 Rockwell Road, Lanesborough, MA 01237 Directions 

  Appalachian Trail runs 2175 miles, stretching from Georgia to Maine. The trail provides a continuous green pathway through a chain of mountains and hills. Of the vast trail way, 90 miles is home to Massachusetts. Traveling over Mount Everett in the south, all the way up and through Mount Greylock in the north. The Appalachian Trail provides offers hiking for both the long-distance or day hiker.
  Phone

  (413) 499-4262
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  Ashland State Park 

  • Wheelchair Accessible

  156 West Union St, Ashland, MA 01721 Directions 

  Ashland State Park is one of DCR’s hidden gems, spanning 470 acres of forest. The popular 3.5-mile hiking trail around the reservoir is visited year-round. Ashland operates seasonally between Memorial Day and Labor Day and offers hiking, swimming, fishing, mountain biking, and boating. Ashland has limited picnic areas outfitted with charcoal grills and tables. In the peak of summer, Ashland State Park often fills its parking lots to capacity; plan ahead and arrive early to find a space.
  Phone

  (508) 881-4092
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  Ashuwillticook Rail Trail 

  • Wheelchair Accessible

  Ashuwillticook Rail Trail, Cheshire, MA 01225 Directions 

  The Ashuwillticook Rail Trail is an old railroad track converted into a 10-foot wide paved trail. The trail runs 12.7 miles through the towns of Cheshire, Lanesborough and Adams. Cheshire Reservoir, and the Hoosic River offer outstanding views of the scenery and wildlife. Parking lots and restrooms are available at selected locations along the way.
  Phone

  (413) 499-7003
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  Bash Bish Falls State Park 

  4G85+29, Mt. Washington, MA 01258 Directions 

  Bash Bish Falls State Park offers scenic viewing of the Commonwealth’s largest waterfall. The dramatic final pitch of Bash Bish Brook drops about 60 feet into an emerald plunge pool.
  Sacred to the Mohican and Scaghticoke peoples, it later sparked new scientific thoughts, became an inspiring muse for artists, and an exciting vacation spot. Today, visitors can enjoy moderate to rigorous hikes through the surrounding landscape and stunning views of the falls from a designated viewing area.
  Bash Bish is contiguous with Mount Washington State Forest and other preserved lands. Together, they constitute a densely biodiverse habitat for many protected species, and home to old growth forest areas.
  Bash Bish Falls connects to Taconic State Park in New York State. Highlights there include the historic Copake Iron Works, Harlem Valley Rail Trail, camping, picnicking, swimming, and hiking.
  Phone

  (413) 528-0330
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  Beartown State Forest 

  • Wheelchair Accessible

  69 Blue Hill Road, Monterey, MA 01245 Directions 

  This 12,000 acre forest is the perfect place to visit no matter the season. Swim, boat, or fish in Benedict Pond. In the winter, you can cross-country ski and snowmobile.
  Phone

  (413) 528-0904
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  Beaver Brook Reservation  

  66 Mill St., Belmont, MA 02478 Directions 

  Beaver Brook Reservation is 59 acres of open fields and woodlands. The ponds and waterfall make the park's north section a delightful place for a walk or picnic. The south section features athletic fields, a spray deck, and more.
  Phone

  (857) 702-3884