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. The state of Massachusettes does not provide any accessible swimming options at Beartown State Forest. If you want to help make sure everyone can swim here, please reach out to local and state government.
Bash Bish Falls is the highest waterfall in Massachusetts and a popular scenic destination. The dramatic final pitch of Bash Bish Brook drops about 80 feet into an emerald plunge pool.
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.
Ashland State Park has 470 acres including a 157 acre reservoir. The park operates seasonally and offers hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and fishing. The state of Massachusettes does not provide any accessible swimming options at Ashland State Park. If you want to help make sure everyone can swim here, please reach out to local and state government.
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.
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.
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.
The following amenities and facilities are wheelchair accessible: one picnic shelter at Crabtree Creek; one picnic shelter at Reedy Creek; and the visitor center. At the visitor center, the auditorium and classroom are accessible.
The visitor center is wheelchair accessible, with the exception of the classroom. Accessible parking and restrooms are provided. Pets are not allowed in the cabins or the cabin areas. Pets are allowed in most other outdoor areas on lease.
The following amenities and facilities are wheelchair accessible: 16 campsites with no hookups; two campsites with RV electric, water, and sewer hookups; one group tent site; one fishing pier along the East Prong of the Roaring River.
