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3 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in Massachusetts for a Spring Hike

From coastal paths to forested escapes, these scenic Massachusetts trails are perfect for soaking up fresh air, blooming landscapes, and the best of spring hiking season.

by Kim Falchek
on Apr 30
Leather hiking boots cross a stream of water against a woodsy background.
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Cross Two States in a Single Hike on This Epic Massachusetts Trail

by Melanie Johnson
on Feb 28
Grannite sign marking the Southwick Rail Trail in MA, set against a grassy area and a bike parked nearby.
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Don’t Try This One Hike in Massachusetts If You’re Afraid of Heights

by Raymond Goldfield
on Jan 27
A view of a mountain overlook through a thick band of green trees.
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Find 4 Bucket-List-Level Views in Massachusetts Without Needing to Be an Expert Hiker

by Kim Falchek
on Dec 11
A scenic view from the summit of Mount Greylock in the Berkshires region of Massachusetts.
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This Is the Most Claustrophobic Hike in Massachusetts—Would You Try It?

by Melissa Mahoney
on Nov 30
view of two tall rock walls with a narrow passage between them at purgatory chasm

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This Scenic Massachusetts Hike Is Even Better With Friends

Pack your snacks and water, lace up those hiking boots, and gather your friends for a coastal Massachusetts hike this winter.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Nov 26
the beach grass and wetland areas of pochet island in orleans massachusetts covered in a layer of snow on a cloudy winter day
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This Incredible Hike in Massachusetts Comes With The Biggest Surprise

The Mount Tom via New England Trail is challenging, but gives incredible views at the top.

by Charlie Boyle
on May 8
view of a valley below from the mount tom trail in massachusetts
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Explore the Most Quiet Area of Maudslay State Park on a Trail That Follows The Ruins of a Former Mansion

Visit a trail in Maudslay State Park that takes you on a quiet journey through gardens and the ruins of a former estate!

by Charlie Boyle
on Jun 30
A dirt driveway is lined with tall, thin trees that look to be shedding leaves for winter.
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Stroll Then Swim on This Beach Hike in Massachusetts That’s Perfect for Summer

Looking for a way to cool off after a summer hike? Head to Lowell Holly Reservation near Sandwich and experience the best of both worlds.

by Kim Falchek
on Jun 24
A pond within the Lowell Holly Reservation in Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
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We Did the Research, This Is Officially the Strangest Hiking Trail Name in Massachusetts

Have you ever wondered how hikes get their names? Check out this unusually named trail on an island in Massachusetts.

by Kim Falchek
on Jun 10
The beach at Great Misery Island looking out at Bakers Island in Salem Sound.