Quiet, Uncrowded Trails in Massachusetts

Boston Common

4.7 ★★★★★ 38,548 reviews

Boston, MA

Storied, nearly 50-acre urban park that hosted British troops during the American Revolution.

Public Garden

4.8 ★★★★★ 18,626 reviews

Boston, MA

Placid, verdant, circa-1837 city park with a lagoon, boat rides, fountains & other sights.

Wachusett Mountain State Reservation

4.7 ★★★★★ 4,269 reviews

Princeton, MA

Protected area including roadways to the summit, 17 miles of hiking & biking trails & ski slopes.

Forest Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 3,090 reviews

Springfield, MA

Sprawling, 735-acre public park known for its charming natural features, sweeping views, lake & zoo.

Elm Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 2,362 reviews

Worcester, MA

Historic 60-acre park with reconstructed bridges, tennis & basketball courts & winter skating.

Breakheart Reservation

4.7 ★★★★★ 2,308 reviews

Saugus, MA

This forest with hiking trails, lakes & a river offers activities such as fishing & swimming.

Nickerson State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,876 reviews

Brewster, MA

Woodsy 1900-acre preserve featuring a large campground, trout-fishing ponds, biking & hiking trails.

Fort Phoenix State Reservation

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,689 reviews

Fairhaven, MA

Scenic bay views, hiking & a half-mile swimming beach draw locals & visitors to this historic park.

World's End

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,607 reviews

Hingham, MA

This tranquil coastal park offers scenic views of the Boston skyline, plus 4.5 miles of trails.

Myles Standish State Forest

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,617 reviews

Carver, MA

Giant property with ponds, hiking & biking trails, plus hunting & 35 miles of equestrian trails.

Larz Anderson Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,371 reviews

Brookline, MA

This landscaped park offers pathways, ponds, gardens, a skating rink & an auto museum.

Borderland State Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 1,257 reviews

North Easton, MA

Circa-early-1900s artist-created park boasts founders' home, woodland trails & pond for activities.

Great Brook Farm State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,279 reviews

Carlisle, MA

An expanse of trails through fields & woods, centered around a working dairy farm, open for tours.

Danehy Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,266 reviews

Cambridge, MA

50-acre green space with activities such as softball & soccer, plus paths for jogging & a dog park.

Lynn Woods Reservation

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,261 reviews

Lynn, MA

Municipal forest park with a garden, a cave to explore, & a stone tower with a view of Boston.

Mass Audubon's Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary

4.9 ★★★★★ 1,178 reviews

Topsfield, MA

Sanctuary offering trails through forest, meadows & wetlands, with wildlife views & canoeing.

Harold Parker State Forest

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,129 reviews

Andover, MA

Tranquil natural area with trails for hiking & biking, plus camping, picnicking & fishing areas.

Horn Pond Recreation Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,100 reviews

Woburn, MA

Scenic area next to a large pond offering outdoor activities such as hiking & biking.

Back Bay Fens

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,061 reviews

Boston, MA

This large greenspace has multiple gardens, playgrounds, ball fields & memorials, plus picnic areas.

Deer Island

4.8 ★★★★★ 992 reviews

Winthrop, MA

This historic park offers miles of trails, picnicking & tours of its wastewater treatment plant.

Blackstone Gorge

4.7 ★★★★★ 976 reviews

Blackstone, MA

Park with a hiking trail featuring dramatic views of the river below from the cliffs.

NARA Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 994 reviews

Acton, MA

Moore State Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 952 reviews

Paxton, MA

Tranquil, densely-forested area with short hiking trails, picturesque old mills & a charming pond.

Skinner State Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 933 reviews

Hadley, MA

Home to the Summit House, a historic hotel, this park offers hiking trails with scenic river views.

Mystic Lakes State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 926 reviews

Medford, MA

State park featuring a sandy beach, hiking trails, and areas for boating.

Francis William Bird Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 888 reviews

East Walpole, MA

Strolling spot with paths & bridges, fields, tree groves, frog ponds, play areas & an outdoor stage.

Dunn State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 882 reviews

Gardner, MA

State park offering picnic facilities, hiking trails, playgrounds, a beach, and pond, as well as swimming.

Fresh Pond Reservation

4.8 ★★★★★ 821 reviews

Cambridge, MA

Popular spot for spotting wetland birds & deer with wooded walking routes around a tranquil pond.

Cushing Memorial Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 838 reviews

Framingham, MA

57-acre spot on the site of a WWII army hospital, with open space & trails, plus a chapel.

Cutler Park Reservation

4.6 ★★★★★ 847 reviews

Needham, MA

Wetland preserve with a freshwater marsh & lake for bird-watching, hiking, fishing & canoeing.

Olmsted Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 802 reviews

Boston, MA

Longtime urban park boasts trails, picnic space & athletic fields set amid ponds, meadows & forests.

Ashley Reservoir

4.9 ★★★★★ 750 reviews

Holyoke, MA

Scenic park with paths for running, biking and strolling, plus lakes, reservoirs and wildlife.

Acton Arboretum

4.8 ★★★★★ 737 reviews

Acton, MA

Fellsmere Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 760 reviews

Malden, MA

Comprising grassy & wooded areas, this serene park features a walking path & a pond with a fountain.

Van Horn Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ 808 reviews

Springfield, MA

Recreation space with a large pond & forests, plus baseball fields, tennis courts & a playground.

Beaver Brook Reservation

4.6 ★★★★★ 732 reviews

Belmont, MA

Historic buildings share this 59-acre park with woodlands, a waterfall, open fields & sports areas.

Waterfront Promenade Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 673 reviews

Newburyport, MA

Riverfront and harborfront park known for its boardwalk and green spaces.

Mashpee National Wildlife Refuge

4.5 ★★★★★ 676 reviews

Mashpee, MA

Oliver Mill Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 644 reviews

Middleborough, MA

Waterfront park featuring picnic benches and trails around the ruins of an old mill.

Webb Memorial State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 641 reviews

Weymouth, MA

Scenic peninsula park on Boston Harbor offering fishing, walking paths & city skyline views.

Ames Nowell State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 652 reviews

Abington, MA

Park with boating & fishing lake plus trails for hiking, horseback riding & cross-country skiing.

Houghton's Pond Recreation Area

4.6 ★★★★★ 643 reviews

Milton, MA

Popular destination for picnics and grilling, with a playground and beach.

Chicopee Memorial State Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 670 reviews

Chicopee, MA

Bike & cross-country ski trails & 25-acre pond for swimming & fishing on 575 acres with picnic area.

F. Gilbert Hills State Forest

4.6 ★★★★★ 639 reviews

Foxborough, MA

Extensive trails for mountain biking, hiking & horseback riding offered in a 1,027-acre preserve.

Prospect Hill Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 621 reviews

Waltham, MA

Uphill hiking trails (some paved) and roadways lead to scenic overlooks at this hilly park with Boston views, plus a playground, picnic tables and grills.

Leominster State Forest

4.6 ★★★★★ 621 reviews

Westminster, MA

Destination for activities such as hiking, fishing, mountain climbing & cross-country skiing.

Barrett Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 603 reviews

Leominster, MA

Large locale featuring a pond with hiking trails, a fountain and a playground.

Mass Audubon's Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary

4.6 ★★★★★ 600 reviews

Sharon, MA

Quincy Shores Reservation

4.4 ★★★★☆ 620 reviews

Quincy, MA

Beach featuring a 2.3-mi. jogging and biking trail, plus a playground, a lookout tower, and fields.

Squantum Point Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 583 reviews

Quincy, MA

This parkland offers a fishing pier, bird watching, trails, picnic areas & harbor & city views.

Cat Rock Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 589 reviews

Weston, MA

This open space with forests, fields & ponds is a busy off-leash spot for four-legged guests.

Brookline Reservoir Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 562 reviews

Brookline, MA

A walking/jogging track surrounds a reservoir anchoring this 32-acre recreation & fishing area.

Sylvester Baxter Riverfront Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 570 reviews

Somerville, MA

Laid-back park on the water offering trails & a boardwalk with river views, plus a kids' playground.

Heritage Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 587 reviews

East Longmeadow, MA

Relaxed space featuring a pond, a playground and a dog park.

Puffers Pond

4.5 ★★★★★ 559 reviews

Amherst, MA

Swimming, fishing & boating are popular in this 11-acre pond with a perimeter trail & beaches.

War Memorial Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 535 reviews

West Bridgewater, MA

This leafy riverfront park with a creek, wooden bridges & memorials is popular for dog walking.

Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsborough State Forest

4.6 ★★★★★ 535 reviews

Lowell, MA

Spreading over 3 towns, this vast woodland area provides 6 mi. of hiking trails & fishing ponds.

Wahconah Falls State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 489 reviews

Dalton, MA

48-acre wooded state park with waterfalls, picnic areas & hiking trails, plus fishing & restrooms.

The Nature Trail and Cranberry Bog

4.6 ★★★★★ 454 reviews

Foxborough, MA

32-acre cranberry wetland system with paved trails through a protected habitat with native wildlife.

Doane's Falls

4.8 ★★★★★ 433 reviews

Royalston, MA

Short, well-maintained hiking trail showcasing 3 waterfalls along the route.

Mass Audubon's Broad Meadow Brook Conservation Center and Wildlife Sanctuary

4.7 ★★★★★ 442 reviews

Worcester, MA

Sanctuary with woods, trails, a frog pond and a visitor center.

Doyle Conservation Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 426 reviews

Leominster, MA

157-acre public recreation area with woodland, trails, meadows, formal gardens & parkland.

Arlington Reservoir

4.7 ★★★★★ 421 reviews

Arlington, MA

Popular swimming area with a beach, playground, walking path, dog-friendly areas and more.

Noanet Woodlands

4.7 ★★★★★ 408 reviews

Dover, MA

Woodsy preserve featuring 17 miles of hiking trails, bird-watching & city views from Noanet Peak.

Trap Falls

4.6 ★★★★★ 416 reviews

West Townsend, MA

Relaxed destination, featuring a waterfall with a swimming area and picnic tables.

Watson Pond State Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ 442 reviews

Taunton, MA

This 10-acre beachfront park offers swimming, fishing, kayaking & canoeing, plus a playground.

Mass Audubon's Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary

4.8 ★★★★★ 386 reviews

Norfolk, MA

Family-friendly site featuring a pond, wetlands, trails, boardwalks and wildlife.

Audubon Caratunk Wildlife Refuge

4.7 ★★★★★ 381 reviews

Seekonk, MA

Bird-watching area with a 4-mile network of trails, plus ponds, bridges and brooks.

High Rock Tower

4.5 ★★★★★ 395 reviews

Lynn, MA

Tower & observatory boasting a telescope capable of viewing the rings of Saturn, galaxies & nebulae.

Merrymount Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 385 reviews

Quincy, MA

An 80-acre community gathering place including amphitheater, sports stadium, fields & boathouse.

Rocky Woods

4.8 ★★★★★ 355 reviews

Medfield, MA

Known for its 6+ miles of hiking trails, this natural area features woods, wetlands & ponds.

Lechmere Canal Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 361 reviews

Cambridge, MA

A tranquil, landscaped park with a focal fountain & tree-shaded areas for relaxing.

Cold Spring Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 361 reviews

Newton, MA

This green space with wooded areas & fields offers a dog park, exercise path & athletic facilities.

Menotomy Rocks Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 350 reviews

Arlington, MA

Spread among the grounds are wooded trails, ball fields, a 3-acre fishing pond & a playground.

Mass Audubon's Allens Pond Wildlife Sanctuary

4.8 ★★★★★ 340 reviews

Westport, MA

Oceanfront wildlife sanctuary and scenic walking spot for bird-watching and hiking on beaches.

Quabbin Reservoir

4.8 ★★★★★ 334 reviews

Belchertown, MA

One of the nation's largest unfiltered water supplies, with a visitor center, and shoreline trails.

Wachusett Dam and Wachusett Reservoir

4.8 ★★★★★ 332 reviews

Clinton, MA

Park on 2.2 square miles around a reservoir, offering picnicking, hiking, winter sports & fishing.

Mary Cummings Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 346 reviews

Burlington, MA

210-acre park with rustic trails, natural habitat strewn with wildflowers & areas for sports.

Morton Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 324 reviews

Plymouth, MA

Pond with a sandy beach for swimming and fishing, plus hiking trails.

Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 317 reviews

Uxbridge, MA

A 1,000-acre park featuring canoeing, walking and hiking paths, and nature exhibits.

Great Island Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 305 reviews

Wellfleet, MA

Well-known coastal area featuring dunes, hiking trails, seals, marshes, wildlife and a cliff.

Upton State Forest

4.6 ★★★★★ 314 reviews

Upton, MA

Woodland park with Great Depression heritage including trails for hiking, skiing, riding & bikes.

Quequechan River Rail Trail

4.5 ★★★★★ 320 reviews

Fall River, MA

Peaceful trail for biking and walking, passing through an area with graffiti-covered bridges.

Amethyst Brook Conservation Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 297 reviews

Amherst, MA

Popular hiking & dog-walking destination along a brook, offering forest trees & wildlife sightings.

Rogers Fort Hill Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 303 reviews

Lowell, MA

Serene park featuring grassy areas and a fountain, plus trails, plus spaces for kids to play.

New Bedford Covewalk

4.8 ★★★★★ 288 reviews

New Bedford, MA

Hellcat Interpretive Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 290 reviews

Rowley, MA

Nature preserve with a 100% boardwalk trail through diverse habitats including dunes and marsh, plus an observation tower.

DNRT Parsons Reserve Trailhead

4.8 ★★★★★ 280 reviews

Dartmouth, MA

Childs Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 283 reviews

Northampton, MA

Landscaped park, open seasonally, featuring manicured lawns, formal flower gardens & natural ponds.

Moseley Woods

4.7 ★★★★★ 282 reviews

Newburyport, MA

Relaxed park, with a playground and a riverside area, plus trails.

Ravenswood Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 276 reviews

Gloucester, MA

Hemlock groves, magnolia swamp, miles of trails & old carriage roads offered on 600 secluded acres.

Cascade Trail - Trailhead

4.6 ★★★★★ 279 reviews

North Adams, MA

Family-friendly hiking trail through the woods to a waterfall.

Historic Valley Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 270 reviews

North Adams, MA

Campground surrounded by the Berkshire woods that offers lake access and numerous picnic tables.

City Square Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 255 reviews

Boston, MA

Elegant, 1-acre park featuring landscaped paths, lawns, sculptures & fountains, plus city views.

Connecticut River Walk and Bikeway

4.4 ★★★★☆ 270 reviews

Springfield, MA

Mainly set along the river, this linear park offers 3.7 mi. of paved paths for walking & biking.

Alewife Brook Reservation

4.7 ★★★★★ 250 reviews

Cambridge, MA

120 acres of protected wetlands, woods & meadows offering limited areas for hiking & bird-watching.

Pratt Farm

4.6 ★★★★★ 254 reviews

Middleborough, MA

Leisurely space for walking trails (some steep, others easy) through hilly woodland.

Griggs Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 258 reviews

Brookline, MA

Laid-back neighborhood park for dog walkers and picnicking families.

Breakheart Reservation Wakefield Entrance

4.7 ★★★★★ 245 reviews

Wakefield, MA

Peaceful park with a lake and a beach for swimming and walking, plus picnic areas and playgrounds.

Gertrude M. Boyden Wildlife Sanctuary

4.6 ★★★★★ 250 reviews

Taunton, MA

Sprawling spot for walks along the river and through the woods with picnic tables and a waterfall.

trailhead to Burlington Landlocked Forest

4.6 ★★★★★ 250 reviews

Lexington, MA

A long, narrow, forested park that's popular for hiking and mountain biking.

Springside Park

4.1 ★★★★☆ 278 reviews

Pittsfield, MA

Familiar hangout featuring tranquil gardens, a pond & an arboretum, plus ball fields & picnic spots.

Willowdale State Forest

4.7 ★★★★★ 233 reviews

Ipswich, MA

Forest and trail system for hiking, biking and horseback riding.

Edward S. Alekel Veterans Memorial Park aka Milk St. Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 244 reviews

Methuen, MA

Kids' park with ball fields, paved trails, basketball courts, picnic tables and a playground.

Kennedy Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 233 reviews

Lenox, MA

Wooded area featuring hiking, biking and picnic areas amid scenic trails.

DNRT Frank Knowles/Little River Reserve

4.7 ★★★★★ 218 reviews

Dartmouth, MA

Serene, moss-covered wetland reserve with boardwalks and trails for hiking and exploration.

Rocky Mountain Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 221 reviews

Greenfield, MA

117-acre wooded park offering hiking trails, a 1912 sandstone observation tower & benches.

Fitzgerald Lake Conservation Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 215 reviews

Northampton, MA

Green sanctuary on many acres with a lake for nonmotorized boats, hiking trails & ample wildlife.

Luddam’s Ford Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 214 reviews

Hanover, MA

Dog-friendly park with kid-friendly trails and a dam plus fishing.

Mass Audubon Canoe Meadows Wildlife Sanctuary

4.6 ★★★★★ 217 reviews

Pittsfield, MA

Nature preserve with trails for hiking, cross-country skiing and wildlife-watching.

Gates Pond Reservoir Loop Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 210 reviews

Berlin, MA

Nature preserve providing kid-friendly hiking trails around a picturesque pond.

Den Rock Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 224 reviews

Lawrence, MA

120-acre nature preserve with wooded walking trails & a granite face for rock climbing.

Cascades Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 214 reviews

Worcester, MA

Park featuring trails of varying difficulty, plus cascades and views of nature.

Powers Farm

4.7 ★★★★★ 206 reviews

Randolph, MA

Park featuring a playground, hiking trails, picnic areas, a pond, and a farmers market.

Granville Gorge

4.6 ★★★★★ 205 reviews

Southwick, MA

Natural area popular for hiking and swimming.

Hall's Pond Sanctuary

4.7 ★★★★★ 198 reviews

Brookline, MA

3.5-acre urban park featuring a pond, formal garden & walking trail in a secluded, lush setting.

Leadmine Mountain Trail (Main Entrance)

4.7 ★★★★★ 191 reviews

Sturbridge, MA

Tranquil hiking area with gravel tracks around a scenic pond and through woodland.

Nashua River Rail Trail Ayer

4.7 ★★★★★ 190 reviews

Ayer, MA

Scenic bike path and walking trail winding through ponds and wetlands.

Reservoir Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 193 reviews

Lawrence, MA

City views plus a track for runners, a reservoir and hills for sledding.

Woods Hole Waterfront Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 184 reviews

Falmouth, MA

Park with walking paths, sculptures, and views of the sea and Martha's Vineyard, plus nearby restaurants.

Hammond Pond Reservation

4.7 ★★★★★ 178 reviews

Newton, MA

This scenic area with a forest & large pond offers fishing, rock climbing & hiking on wooded trails.

Howe State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 184 reviews

Spencer, MA

Relaxed park with grills for picnicking along with a stream and pond.

Blackstone Valley Bike Path

4.4 ★★★★☆ 184 reviews

Millbury, MA

Alexandra Dawson Conservation Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 167 reviews

Hadley, MA

Park with a dike that overlooks the Connecticut River, popular for sunset views.

Mass Central Rail Trail (West Boylston)

4.7 ★★★★★ 164 reviews

West Boylston, MA

Hiking, biking, and dog walking are allowed on this quiet trail with picnic tables.

Marblehead Neck Wildlife Sanctuary

4.5 ★★★★★ 170 reviews

Marblehead, MA

Wooded nature reserve for migrating birds and other animals, with walking trails.

Capron Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 159 reviews

Attleboro, MA

Well-kept, tree-lined park featuring a playground, a zoo and gardens.

Spencer State Forest

4.4 ★★★★☆ 173 reviews

Spencer, MA

Featuring Howe Pond for swimming, this 965-acre forest park offers hiking trails, picnicking, and skiing.

Mass Audubon's Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary

4.8 ★★★★★ 156 reviews

Marshfield, MA

Kid-friendly open-space sanctuary for bird watchers featuring boardwalks, meadows and ponds.

Franklin State Forest

4.5 ★★★★★ 166 reviews

Franklin, MA

Unspoiled 843-acre forest area with hiking, biking, cross-country skiing & horseback-riding trails.

Wendell State Forest

4.5 ★★★★★ 163 reviews

Wendell, MA

Hikers & rock climbers frequent this picturesque open space with trails, boulders & local wildlife.

Leland Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 154 reviews

Woburn, MA

Park featuring a number of athletic courts such as one for hockey, plus a pool.

Attleboro Springs Wildlife Sanctuary

4.7 ★★★★★ 142 reviews

Attleboro, MA

Nature preserve known for its kid-friendly hiking trails, some of which are wheelchair-accessible.

Lake Williams Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 142 reviews

Marlborough, MA

Half-mile walkway across the water and a longer wooded trail make for a scenic strolling spot.

Dana Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ 157 reviews

Chicopee, MA

Local park with baseball diamonds, playgrounds, splash pad and other kid-friendly features, plus a basketball court.

Watertown Riverfront Park and Braille Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 139 reviews

Watertown, MA

Kid-friendly riverside trail featuring canoes, playgrounds and benches.

Wood Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 144 reviews

Hudson, MA

Pretty park with a playground, plus a band shell for concerts and an Assabet River-side walking bridge.

Emerson Wight Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 143 reviews

Springfield, MA

Neighborhood park geared towards families. Features include 2 basketball courts, a playground and a sprinkler pad.

Atkinson Common

4.6 ★★★★★ 136 reviews

Newburyport, MA

Storied park & garden with baseball fields, tennis courts, a lily pond & a Civil War monument.

Caddy Memorial Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 136 reviews

Quincy, MA

Well-kept park offering walking trails and a playground, plus views of a tidal area.

Veteran's Freedom Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 133 reviews

Westborough, MA

Relaxed park featuring a lake, trails through the woods, rolling hills, a tennis court and picnic tables.

North Central Pathway

4.7 ★★★★★ 129 reviews

Winchendon, MA

Paved hiking trail with water views that's good for kids, and biking.

Great Hill Recreation Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 128 reviews

Acton, MA

Belcher Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 130 reviews

Randolph, MA

Park with a playground, basketball courts, soccer fields, walking trails, and a rock wall.

Pulaski Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 131 reviews

Holyoke, MA

Park offering a playground, basketball, and other recreational activities, plus views.

DNRT Paskamansett Woods

4.7 ★★★★★ 125 reviews

Dartmouth, MA

A pond-dotted natural area with trails and stone bridges, plus a few tepees.

Franklin Sculpture Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ 139 reviews

Franklin, MA

Park featuring a walking path around a pond and a variety of sculptures.

Gammino Pond Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ 124 reviews

Seekonk, MA

Hikers and dog walkers come to this preserved spot for scenic trails with picnic spots as well.

The Grove

4.5 ★★★★★ 129 reviews

Hudson, MA

Peaceful area for walking and letting dogs swim, including lakeside beaches and paths.

J.C. Phillips Nature Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ 123 reviews

Beverly, MA

Nature preserve featuring trails, lake access, and ruins, plus dog-friendly walking.

Pynchon Point

4.1 ★★★★☆ 141 reviews

Agawam, MA

Casual riverfront park featuring fishing, kayaking, picnics and scenery.

Laughing Brook Wildlife Sanctuary

4.5 ★★★★★ 125 reviews

Hampden, MA

Park with marked trails through wooded terrain, plus picnic tables and a gazebo.

Freetown Ledge

4.7 ★★★★★ 119 reviews

Fall River, MA

Fannie Stebbins Memorial Wildlife Refuge

4.7 ★★★★★ 118 reviews

Longmeadow, MA

Sanctuary showcasing abundant wildlife, including ducks and eagles, as well as birds .

Hawksnest State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 119 reviews

Harwich, MA

Quiet locale for hiking, relaxation & wildlife viewing in a natural setting with woodlands & ponds.

Nasketucket Bay State Reservation

4.6 ★★★★★ 118 reviews

Mattapoisett, MA

Holmes Reservation

4.7 ★★★★★ 114 reviews

Plymouth, MA

Grassy preserve with ocean views showcasing trails, paths and flowers.

DNRT Ridge Hill Reserve

4.7 ★★★★★ 113 reviews

Dartmouth, MA

Wooded nature preserve featuring multiple trails popular for walking and hiking.

Nickerson Walking Woods Preserve

4.5 ★★★★★ 117 reviews

Attleboro, MA

Nature preserve providing kid-friendly hiking trails that are open from dawn to dusk.

Bourne Recreation Area (Cape Cod Canal)

4.7 ★★★★★ 111 reviews

Bourne, MA

Riverside spot featuring picnic tables and paved paths, plus fishing and bike paths.

Lower Neponset River Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 113 reviews

Boston, MA

Riverfront park featuring a pool, playgrounds and pathways for walkers, hikers, runners and cyclists.

Greycourt State Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 113 reviews

Methuen, MA

24-acre hilltop park with the remains of an 1890 chateau-style castle, trails & grassy picnic lawns.

Westborough Minuteman Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 113 reviews

Upton, MA

Park with a trail around the lake, as well as picnic benches.

Willard's Woods

4.6 ★★★★★ 112 reviews

Lexington, MA

This 100-acre conservation area offers trails through meadows, wetlands & pine groves.

Leadmine Mountain Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 108 reviews

Sturbridge, MA

Popular site for hiking featuring glacial erratic boulders and tranquil ponds, along with waterfalls and streams.

Lloyd G. Balfour Riverwalk Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ 118 reviews

Attleboro, MA

Community park containing facilities such as a skate park, playground & a volleyball area.

Indian Lands Conservation Area

4.6 ★★★★★ 107 reviews

South Dennis, MA

Looping trails for hiking and dog walking pass marshes and woodlands.

Monks Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 106 reviews

Pocasset, MA

Popular spot with a dog-friendly beach offering scenic views plus swimming and kayaking.

Groton Town Forest

4.7 ★★★★★ 103 reviews

Groton, MA

Park, forest with a river featuring hiking and biking trails, plus dog-friendly paths.

Ryder Conservation Land at Wakeby Pond

4.7 ★★★★★ 101 reviews

Sandwich, MA

Peaceful walking trails within a preserve known for clean beaches and tranquil lake shores.

Four Ponds Conservation Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 101 reviews

Pocasset, MA

Park with marked trails leading through pine and deciduous forest, past ponds, and benches.

Lowell Holly Reservation

4.7 ★★★★★ 100 reviews

Mashpee, MA

Park featuring a peaceful beach, clear pond water, well-maintained paths and woodland views.

Woodsom Farm Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 100 reviews

Amesbury, MA

Park offering hiking, jogging, and sledding, as well as space for dog walking.

Mass Audubon Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary

4.7 ★★★★★ 97 reviews

Easthampton, MA

Half Mile Falls Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 93 reviews

Westfield, MA

Peaceful spot featuring a viewing platform for examining the rapids of the Westfield River.

Osprey Overlook Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 93 reviews

Weymouth, MA

Dog-friendly park featuring paved paths, scenic views and trails.

Grassy Pond

4.6 ★★★★★ 95 reviews

Westford, MA

Nature preserve with woodsy trails and a pond, plus a kid-friendly hike.

Riverfront Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 94 reviews

Tyngsborough, MA

Picnic spot with a play area and a boat ramp on the Merrimack River.

Crocker Conservation Area

4.6 ★★★★★ 94 reviews

Fitchburg, MA

Recreational area with a variety of short and long hiking trails, some of which are dog-friendly.

Thanksgiving Ground Forest

4.7 ★★★★★ 91 reviews

Chelmsford, MA

Stony Brook Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 92 reviews

Boston, MA

Waterside, kid-friendly recreation area for hiking, biking, jogging and relaxing.

King Oak Hill Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 90 reviews

Weymouth, MA

Local park with a paved loop plus a grass field for picnics and kite flying.

Horseshoe Mill - Buzzards Bay Coalition

4.6 ★★★★★ 91 reviews

Wareham, MA

Trails, some along a river, wind through this nature preserve, which is good for families.

Stetson Meadows

4.5 ★★★★★ 93 reviews

Marshfield, MA

Peaceful hiking trails through forest & meadows with views of the North River & surrounding marsh.

Beverly Commons Conservation Area

4.7 ★★★★★ 87 reviews

Beverly, MA

Recreation area with trails for hiking, mountain biking, and off-leash dogs.

Bristol Blake State Reservation

4.7 ★★★★★ 87 reviews

Norfolk, MA

Area for bird watching, wildlife photography and family outings, with a pond.

Carver's Pond

4.7 ★★★★★ 87 reviews

Bridgewater, MA

Park featuring trails and a pond for fishing, as well as benches and wildlife watching.

Mashpee River Woodlands

4.6 ★★★★★ 87 reviews

Mashpee, MA

Popular area for hiking and trail running, with singletrack trails for mountain biking.

Mill Pond Park

4.8 ★★★★★ 83 reviews

Ashland, MA

Relaxed park offering trails, waterfalls and scenic bridges, as well as picnic tables.

Deer Island

4.5 ★★★★★ 88 reviews

Amesbury, MA

Park for short walks, hikes, fishing and eagle-watching, featuring riverside views.

Rehoboth State Forest

4.3 ★★★★☆ 91 reviews

Rehoboth, MA

Whitney and Thayer Woods

4.7 ★★★★★ 83 reviews

Cohasset, MA

Serene woodland park with 10 miles of trails, meadows & unique glacier boulders, plus city vistas.

Hamlen Woods

4.8 ★★★★★ 81 reviews

Wayland, MA

Lakeside woods offering easy-to-moderate hiking routes, as well as a run and ski trail.

Rocky Gutter Wildlife Management Area

4.4 ★★★★☆ 86 reviews

Middleborough, MA

Frances A. Crane Wildlife Management Area North

4.7 ★★★★★ 80 reviews

East Falmouth, MA

Protected landscape consisting of pitch pine & scrub oak forest that is home to native fauna.

West Island State Reservation

4.5 ★★★★★ 83 reviews

Fairhaven, MA

Wyman Woods

4.6 ★★★★★ 80 reviews

Marblehead, MA

Park offering trails for hiking and biking, plus fields with wildflowers.

Bell’s Neck Conservation Lands

4.6 ★★★★★ 80 reviews

Harwich, MA

Preserved area with hiking trails and views of lakes and woodlands.

Copicut Woods

4.6 ★★★★★ 79 reviews

Westport, MA

Nature preserve featuring trails for walking, hiking, and mountain biking.

Goodrich Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 79 reviews

Fitchburg, MA

Public park with a playground and field for games such as baseball and kickball.

Beverly Common

4.5 ★★★★★ 77 reviews

Beverly, MA

Shaded hangout spot with a gazebo for summer music concerts and holiday events.

Johnsons recreational park

4.5 ★★★★★ 75 reviews

Raynham, MA

Park with benches, picnic tables, trash cans and a pond, for fishing, chilling and peaceful contemplation.

Lynn Heritage State Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 75 reviews

Lynn, MA

Scenic waterside park featuring a boardwalk and offering views of the ocean and a harbor.

Highland Park

4.5 ★★★★★ 74 reviews

Attleboro, MA

Park featuring trails for walking, disc golf and cross-country running.

Mass Audubon's Great Neck Wildlife Sanctuary

4.6 ★★★★★ 72 reviews

Wareham, MA

Cormier Woods

4.8 ★★★★★ 69 reviews

Mendon, MA

Forested space with marked trails for hiking and walking, for kids and adults.

Danforth Falls Trailhead

4.4 ★★★★☆ 75 reviews

Hudson, MA

Family-friendly, maintained nature trails featuring picturesque waterfalls and a stream, plus wildflowers.

Charles River Peninsula

4.6 ★★★★★ 71 reviews

Needham, MA

Ridge Hill Reservation

4.5 ★★★★★ 72 reviews

Needham, MA

Tom Paul Trail

4.7 ★★★★★ 67 reviews

Westford, MA

Kid-friendly trails featuring meadows, woods, wetlands and stone arched bridges.

Ludlow Reservoir Shoreline Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 68 reviews

Ludlow, MA

Paved trail near the water for hiking, walking and biking, featuring views and flora including orchids.

Cowdrey Nature Center

4.4 ★★★★☆ 71 reviews

Lunenburg, MA

This conservation area with woods & a brook offers many hiking trails & places for dogs to roam.

Cochituate Brook Reservation Trail

4.6 ★★★★★ 67 reviews

Framingham, MA

Park with kid-friendly hiking trails, plus opportunities for jogging and biking.

Gummere Woods And Marsters Preserve Trail

4.4 ★★★★☆ 70 reviews

North Grafton, MA

Natural preserve featuring hiking trails, streams and lakeside paths through woodlands, plus water views.

Noon Hill Reservation Trail Head

4.7 ★★★★★ 64 reviews

Medfield, MA

Nature preserve featuring trails with scenic views, a pond, and a running creek.

Torbert Macdonald Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 64 reviews

Medford, MA

Park by the Mystic River with paths, benches and a tower for observation of birds and other wildlife.

Marlborough-Sudbury State Forest

4.5 ★★★★★ 64 reviews

Stow, MA

This state conservation area with woods & streams offers several moderate hiking trails.

Forge Pond Conservation Area

4.5 ★★★★★ 63 reviews

Westport, MA

Serene trails by a pond and along a river in a park-like setting, for hiking and angling.

Southern New England Trunkline Trail Franklin Trailhead

4.7 ★★★★★ 60 reviews

Franklin, MA

Park offering a flat, paved trail good for walking, running, and biking.

Rockland Town Forest and Conservation Land

4.7 ★★★★★ 59 reviews

Rockland, MA

Wooded paths with stone features and bridges, plus eagle scout-created decorations.

Red Maple Swamp Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 57 reviews

Eastham, MA

Family-friendly wetland area featuring scenic trails, a boardwalk and a gazebo.

Morton Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 60 reviews

Wellesley, MA

Peaceful park featuring a duck pond, a river and benches, plus geese and hawks.

Tantiusques

4.4 ★★★★☆ 60 reviews

Sturbridge, MA

Area known for hiking, especially a short loop, with some reviewers mentioning its history.

Old Town Hill Reservation

4.7 ★★★★★ 56 reviews

Newbury, MA

Nature preserve featuring paths leading to a hilltop with coastal views, plus picnic spots.

Assabet River Rail trail

4.5 ★★★★★ 57 reviews

Marlborough, MA

Hiking, biking and walking trail, with paved and flat sections.

Hartwell Town Forest

4.5 ★★★★★ 57 reviews

Bedford, MA

Hiking & biking on trails under evergreen tree cover, plus gardens & a picnic area.

Mass Audubon's Flat Rock Wildlife Sanctuary

4.4 ★★★★☆ 58 reviews

Fitchburg, MA

Wooded area with hiking trails providing habitat for various species.

World War II Veterans Memorial Trail

4.8 ★★★★★ 53 reviews

Mansfield, MA

Well-maintained trail for walking, biking and skating that's kid-friendly.

Dartmouth Regional Park & Trails

4.6 ★★★★★ 54 reviews

Dartmouth, MA

God's Acre

4.2 ★★★★☆ 59 reviews

Worcester, MA

Nature preserve with forest trails and kid-friendly hiking options.

Muldoon Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ 56 reviews

Lowell, MA

Riverside park with a gazebo and benches for relaxing walks and paddling.

Swan Pond Boardwalk

4.3 ★★★★☆ 57 reviews

West Yarmouth, MA

Boardwalk leading out to Swan Pond for fish and swan swimming.

Mass Audubon's Lake Wampanoag Wildlife Sanctuary

4.6 ★★★★★ 53 reviews

Gardner, MA

Relaxed refuge featuring woodsy paths and a beaver pond, plus lake views and meadows. Secluded, bird-filled trails are fit for families and seniors.

Preston Park

4.2 ★★★★☆ 58 reviews

Chicopee, MA

Kid-friendly area featuring a playground and a baseball diamond.

Herb Hadfield Conservation Area

4.5 ★★★★★ 53 reviews

Westport, MA

Easy-to-moderate walking areas and multi-terrain hiking paths.

Herman Covey Wildlife Management Area

4.8 ★★★★★ 48 reviews

Belchertown, MA

Quiet area featuring a river for boating and kayaking, as well as trout fishing, hiking, and wildlife.

John Little Conservation Area

4.6 ★★★★★ 50 reviews

Marshfield, MA

Hiking area featuring a forested trail, boardwalk, and dock jutting into the North River.

Deborah and Roger Richardson Nature Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ 48 reviews

Attleboro, MA

Well-maintained hike-and-trails for families through meadows and woods, featuring an old garden and fairy houses.

Shawsheen River Trail

4.1 ★★★★☆ 55 reviews

North Andover, MA

Shady park featuring a walking trail that winds by a pond and a community garden.

Headwaters Conservation Area

4.3 ★★★★☆ 52 reviews

Westport, MA

Riverway Park

4.7 ★★★★★ 46 reviews

Boston, MA

Whiting Street Reservoir Loop

4.7 ★★★★★ 45 reviews

Holyoke, MA

Pratts Brook Conservation Area

4.4 ★★★★☆ 48 reviews

Acton, MA

Cavern Rock Park

4.3 ★★★★☆ 49 reviews

Weymouth, MA

Thirty Acre Pond DW Park

4.6 ★★★★★ 45 reviews

Brockton, MA

Memorial park offering trails and ponds for hiking, dog walking, and fishing.

Carlstrom Memorial Forest

4.5 ★★★★★ 45 reviews

Shrewsbury, MA

Dog-friendly, woodland area of hiking trails and a brook, plus painted rocks.

Wildlands Trust - Hoyt-Hall Preserve

4.7 ★★★★★ 43 reviews

Marshfield, MA

Nature preserve offering kid-friendly hikes and opportunities to enjoy peace and quiet.

Turkey Hill

4.2 ★★★★☆ 47 reviews

Arlington, MA

Destination offering kid-friendly hiking trails.

Cedariver

4.7 ★★★★★ 42 reviews

Millis, MA

Kid-friendly hiking area offering a short trail that runs along a river and through woods.

North Dike - Wachusett Reservoir

4.8 ★★★★★ 41 reviews

Lancaster, MA

Tranquil open space with views and a walking path, plus a reservoir to fish in.