The Mighty Connecticut River Is Massachusetts’ Longest, Traveling 410 Miles To The Sea
Massachusetts is the home of many beautiful slices of nature, but one of the most prominent is often the most overlooked. The Connecticut River is a mighty river that isn’t only the longest in our state, but all of New England. If you grew up in the Bay State, there’s a good chance you’ve driven over this massive river in Pioneer Valley or a tiny town or two. While it’s easy to take this beautiful river for granted since we see it so often, it’s good to slow down and take it all in. Let’s stop for a minute and highlight the amazing Connecticut River in Massachusetts.
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At 410 miles long, the Connecticut River is the longest in Massachusetts, and all of New England.
This massive river starts at the Canadian border and empties in the Atlantic Ocean in Connecticut, but along the way it passes through some of Massachusetts' most beautiful towns.
Pioneer Valley is the most well-known part of this river in Massachusetts. The most populous area of this valley is Springfield, and many travelers seek out this portion of the river.
No matter which part of the Connecticut River you seek out, it's amazing to see our longest river in person. Be sure to bring a camera, because the photo-ops are second to none.
Did you know that the Connecticut River is the longest in Massachusetts? Do you have a favorite viewing spot? We’d love to hear about your experiences in the comments, and don’t forget to then go share photos from your Massachusetts outdoor adventures with us in our Massachusetts Nature Lovers group on Facebook, or by tagging us at #onlyinmassachusetts on Instagram for a chance to be featured!
If there’s another spot in Massachusetts that you think is worth mentioning, you can nominate it here, and we might feature it in an upcoming article!
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E Jamar is a published writer based in Milwaukee, WI. Despite being a Midwesterner at heart, you can often find them trekking throughout the states and discovering new hidden gems. When they're not traveling, you can find them discussing disability issues, cuddling their pug puppy, and checking out new local spots.
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