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National & State Parks

The Small-Town State Park in Massachusetts Locals Want to Keep to Themselves

Hopkinton State Park has miles of trails, a gorgeous reservoir, and a charming small town right next door — here's everything you need to know before you go.

by Raymond Goldfield
on May 18
A view of Hopkinton Reservoir in Massachusetts, overlooking the water with trees in the background.
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Take a Unique Adventure On Massachusetts’ Best Bike Path

by Kim Falchek
on May 15
A person rides a bike through a park at dusk.
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3 Picture-Perfect Nature Trails in Massachusetts for a Spring Hike

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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Hiking

Find 4 Bucket-List-Level Views in Massachusetts Without Needing to Be an Expert Hiker

For bucket-list views without a long hike, be sure to check out these four easy Massachusetts journeys.

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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Hiking

This Is the Most Claustrophobic Hike in Massachusetts—Would You Try It?

Feeling adventurous? Take this trail at Purgatory Chasm State Reservation, where you can walk between towering granite walls that some may find a bit tight.

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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Hiking

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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Trips & Routes

Discover the Massachusetts Small Town That Looks Like a Hallmark Movie Set

The small Berkshires town of Stockbridge looks like the quintessential backdrop for a romantic holiday Hallmark movie.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Nov 6
the brick exterior of the stockbridge library with green garland decorating its white columns and two trees with colorful christmas lights in stockbridge, massachusetts
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Uncover the Mysterious Underground World Hiding in Massachusetts’ Conservation Land

The Nashoba Brook Stone Chamber is a man-made cave hiding on conservation land in Massachusetts. It's origin is a bit of a mystery, but there are theories about what it once was.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Nov 4
the entrance to nashobe brook stone chamber, a historic chamber being taken over by nature in massachusetts
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This Beautiful 3-Mile Trail in Massachusetts’ Borderland State Park is Worth the Crowds

Try this trail if a relaxed stroll amidst scenery worthy of Hollywood is what you're looking for.

by Charlie Boyle
on Nov 4
The sun is setting over a wide expanse of grass with a thin dirt trail curving through it. A forest sits to the left side.
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National & State Parks

Swift River Reservation Is an Underrated Massachusetts Park That Will Impress You This Fall

Swift River Reservation is an uncrowded, underrated park, and its scenery will surely impress you this fall.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Sep 23
surrounded by fall foliage the swift river runs through swift river reservation in petersham massachusetts
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Underrated Historical Hikes in Massachusetts That Rival the Famous Freedom Trail

Visit these underrated hikes for a healthy dose of history in Massachusetts!

by Charlie Boyle
on Aug 27
Alongside a path sits a historical wood house with a stone fence, green trees, and manicured lawn.
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Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Best State Park Beaches in Massachusetts to Visit to Close Out Summer

As summer comes to a close, we still have time to soak up the last of the season's sunshine and splendor with an afternoon at one of the best state park beaches in Massachusetts.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Aug 24
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Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Beyond the Beaches: Discover the Little Known Kettle Ponds of Cape Cod

Kettle ponds are relatively unknown to tourists as well as many locals, but for decades, they have been my family's go-to bodies of water for swimming and relaxing.

by Melissa Mahoney
on Jul 28
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