Massachusetts

Lawrence, MA was one of the nation's first planned cities, and you can learn about its history and development at Lawrence Heritage State Park.

Located in Winchendon, the Lake Dennison Recreation Area has 150 campsites and a beach where you can swim.
Due to recent weather conditions, snowmobile trails are closed until further notice. The state of Massachusettes does not provide any accessible swThe state of Massachusettes does not provide any accessible swimming options at Lake Dennison Recreation Area. If you want to help make sure everyone can swim here, please reach out to local and state government.

Explore 35 miles of mixed-use trail throughout this 7,882-acre woodland. You can hike, mountain bike, and snowmobile.

1,158-acre Jug End offers some of the best scenic views of the Berkshires. In addition to having its own trails, Jug End also offers access to and parking for the Appalachian Trail.

Houghton's Pond is located within Blue Hills Reservation. Swim, fish, or relax form the 24-acre pond and accessible beach. Follow trails for hiking, biking, or horseback riding. The state of Massachusettes does not provide any accessible swimming options at Houghton's Pond Recreation Area. If you want to help make sure everyone can swim here, please reach out to local and state government.

Swim and camp at one of the most popular beaches in Massachusetts. Located at the western end of Buzzard's Bay, the 2-mile long beach is also great for bird watching. The state of Massachusettes does not provide any accessible swimming options at Horseneck Beach State Reservation. If you want to help make sure everyone can swim here, please reach out to local and state government.

Hopkinton State Park includes a little bit of everything: 1,500 acres of forest crisscrossed by hiking trails, beaches, stocked fishing, first-come-first-served picnic areas, and a reservable group picnic site. The state of Massachusettes does not provide any accessible swimming options at Hopkinton State Park. If you want to help make sure everyone can swim here, please reach out to local and state government.

The park's Visitor Center features exhibits about Holyoke's industrial history and culture.

This small wild area along the banks of the Charles River in Newton, Mass, just west of Boston, spans 23 acres. Echo Bridge is a major attraction and offers amazing views of the river.

Harold Parker State Forest is a located in Andover, Mass, only an hour north of Boston. With 35 miles of trails, 11 ponds, and dozens of campsites, there's something in this Central Hardwood-Hemlock-White Pine forest for everyone.