6 Nature & Parks in Worcester That You Shouldn't Miss

August 12, 2021 Franklyn Hardiman

Worcester (/ˈwʊstər/ WUUS-tər, locally [ˈwʊstə] ( listen)) is a city and the county seat of Worcester County, Massachusetts, United States. Named after Worcester, England, as of the 2010 Census the city's population was 181,045, making it the second most populous city in New England after Boston. Worcester is located approximately 40 miles (64 km) west of Boston, 50 miles (80 km) east of Springfield and 40 miles (64 km) north of Providence. Due to its location in Central Massachusetts, Worcester is known as the "Heart of the Commonwealth", thus, a heart is the official symbol of the city. However, the heart symbol may also have its provenance in lore that the mass-produced Valentine's Day card was invented in the city.
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1. Broad Brook Meadow Conservation Area

414 Massasoit Rd, Worcester, MA 01604-3546 http://www.massaudubon.org/Nature_Connection/Sanctuaries/Broad_Meadow/index.php
Excellent
60%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 20 reviews

Broad Brook Meadow Conservation Area

Reviewed By saskiaromero - Ashland, United States

Great visit! Perfect for kids to explore and walk along the boardwalk. Enjoyed a lovely Sunday afternoon strolling.

2. Green Hill Park

50 Skyline Dr, Worcester, MA 01605-2824
Excellent
56%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
1%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 71 reviews

Green Hill Park

Reviewed By RhodesLessTraveled - Worcester, United States

We visit this park to walk our dogs outside of our usual routine. It has a great path, and tons of open space. Recommend for people with pets, families with children, or just looking for a nice green open space.

3. Elm Park

center of Park Avenue, Highland, Russell and Elm Streets, Worcester, MA http://www.worcesterma.gov/dpw/parks-rec/city-parks/elm-park
Excellent
35%
Good
40%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
6%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 131 reviews

Elm Park

Reviewed By hotlovergirl - Oakham, United States

people can enjoy them self at elm park and take pictures if they want and they can take walks on the bridge if they want

4. Cascading Waters

135 Olean St, Worcester, MA 01602-4122 http://gwlt.org/lands/index.htm
Excellent
43%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
5%
Terrible
9%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 21 reviews

Cascading Waters

Reviewed By gwenkrawskik

great spot to hike, not over populated so you really feel your out in nature! Well kept and marked! Way up in back is an old dump found a couple of really old cool bottles! The waterfall is so nice!

5. Quinsigamond State Park

Lake Ave, Worcester, MA http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/central/quin.htm
Excellent
44%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
18%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 34 reviews

Quinsigamond State Park

6. Institute Park

Salisbury Street and Park Avenue, Worcester, MA http://www.institutepark.org/
Excellent
21%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
43%
Poor
7%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

3.5 based on 14 reviews

Institute Park

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