When you think of the Blue Hills, you may think of Great Blue Hill, or the ski area, or maybe Houghton’s Pond or the Trailside Museum. However, the Blue Hills Reservation is HUGE, stretching over 7000 acres, from Quincy to Dedham, Milton to Randolph. There are over 125 miles of trails, according to the website. The Blue Hills has much more to offer than just the hike up the main hill (which we love too!).
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WALPOLE – Adams Farm
Adams Farm features over 10 miles of trails. It’s easily accessible from Rte 109, and there is ample parking. Go for a nice, tranquil hike or bring your mountain bike–this is a great place to get your children started on off-road biking! HOW TO GET THERE Address: 999 North St. Walpole, MA Pull into theContinue reading “WALPOLE – Adams Farm”
STOUGHTON – Bird Conservation Area at Bradley Lessa Playground
Bird St. Conservation Area has miles of trails and lots of interesting things to do along the trail. The trail we hike in the video is just under 3 miles. There’s the added benefit of a nice playground and plenty of parking at the entrance.
NORTH WEYMOUTH – Webb Memorial State Park
Webb Memorial State Park is a peninsula that extends half a mile into Hingham Bay. Visitors are treated to scenic views of Boston’s harbor and skyline, and groups can rent a pavilion for special events from May – October. Available activities include fishing, picnicking, and walking.
ABINGTON – Ames Nowell State Park
Ames Nowell is a year-round day use area with recreational activity (including non-motorized boating and fishing) centered around Cleveland Pond. Facilities include a picnic area, ball field and several miles of trails along the pond edge and the surrounding woods.
COHASSET–Wompatuck State Park, Aaron River Reservoir
We access this gorgeous reservoir through a lesser-known entrance to this enormous, and enormously popular, state park. Wompatuck is filled with old, decommissioned bunkers that used to hold ammunition for the WWII and the Korean War. You can read more about the history of the park, and all the cool stuff visible around the 3,500Continue reading “COHASSET–Wompatuck State Park, Aaron River Reservoir”
South Shore Bar Pizza
South shore bar pizza is increasingly popular. There is a popular Facebook Group and even an upcoming documentary in honor of this regional favorite!
WEST BRIDGEWATER–The Skim Milk Bridge
Recently featured on the History Channel’s show Beyond Skinwalker Ranch in the episode “Bridgewater Triangle,” The Skim Milk Bridge is suddenly receiving a lot of attention. Local historians don’t know when or how it was constructed…and the area might be haunted. 🙂 HOW TO GET THERE Address: Elm St./Scotland St. West Bridgewater, MA Park atContinue reading “WEST BRIDGEWATER–The Skim Milk Bridge”
WEYMOUTH – Sledding at Weston Park behind Tufts Library
Weston Park, behind the Tufts Library in Weymouth, is perfect for sledding, especially with little ones.
EASTON–Clifford G. Grant Reservation/Easton Town Forest
A well-marked, 2.5mi loop trail accessible from the local high school, Oliver Ames, provides fun for the whole family. There are geocaches, bridges, and a playground at the start of the trail.