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Things to do in Massachusetts, United States: The Best Hiking Trails
Discover the best top things to do in Massachusetts, United States including Ashuwillticook Rail Trail, Cape Cod Provincelands Trail, Nashua River Rail Trail, Upper Charles Bike Trail, Salisbury Rail Trail, Little Sandy Pond and Horse Pond, Cutler Park, Battle Road Trail, Cape Cod Rail Trail, Dogtown Common.
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1. Ashuwillticook Rail Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 159 reviews
Reviewed By lupaglupa - Albany, United States
The Ashuwillticook rail trail is a well made and well maintained trail that goes by lovely scenery and has good facilities. There are numerous access points with parking, lots of benches and picnic tables, and interesting markers with information along the route. We biked the path and thought it was great. We saw lots of walkers and runners using the trail too. It's nice and wide so passing other people was never a problem. We especially enjoyed the section of the trail north of Cheshire which passes through a wetlands. The southern section, while having pretty views of the Cheshire reservoir, was a bit noisy from the nearby road traffic. Still - a great place to explore.
2. Cape Cod Provincelands Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 264 reviews
Reviewed By CherryTravels17 - New Jersey, United States
My husband and I ran the Provincelands Trail. We took advantage of the free parking at the Visitor Center, where we started/ended our run. The views from the Visitor Center were breathtaking. The path was beautiful and not crowded; this is a must-do for active travelers visiting P-town!
3. Nashua River Rail Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Bucketlist47 - Stratham, United States
Peaceful and serene trail for hikers, dogwalkers, bikes and strollers to enjoy the fall foliage along the river. Outdoor therapy!
4. Upper Charles Bike Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By Travellinguy2013 - Dallas, United States
This paved path goes along the course of the Charles river head waters, and an old granite transport rail way, with some informational signs along the way. Where it crosses the very busy route 85, there is an automatic crossing light. There is a parking lot at one end and about two mile trail that passes a couple nice ponds and ends up in downtown Milford.
5. Salisbury Rail Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By L9393NIrobertm - Exeter, United States
We have been on this trail many times and enjoy it. It is paved the entire way and is an easy flat walk. There are views of woods and marsh. There is free parking at the southern end near the bridge to Newburyport. It can get crowded at times. This is a good outing--a good leisurely walk.
6. Little Sandy Pond and Horse Pond
7. Cutler Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
Reviewed By Northern_Traveler00 - Boston, United States
So many great trails in Cutler Park, starting either at the old PTC headquarters on Kendrick Street or all the way on Needham Street near Great Plain Avenue. Charles River, Kendrick Pond, boardwalks, commuter rail, paths paths and more paths.
8. Battle Road Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
This route follows the trail taken by the British on their retreat to Boston after the battle of Lexington and Concord.
Reviewed By CMPTexas - Tucson, United States
Drive, park and walk this beautiful road toward Concord and relive the moments leading up to the Revolutionary War. Many of the fields and homes are today what they were in 1775. With the changing of the trees, even more beautiful than one can imagine. History breathes and lives here for everyone of every age to experience. Take your time and enjoy!
9. Cape Cod Rail Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 445 reviews
This bike path runs 25 miles, from Dennis to Wellfleet.
Reviewed By O8419NOadamw
For a family of 5 it is a great mostly straight long mostly very flat bike trail through a forest. It is an easy ride and great for young riders as my nine year old was able to go 17 miles with relative ease. I could see some complaints as there are some riders who act like it's the tour de france racing through the trail with little regard to others while others could think it is mostly a boring forest scenery. We started in Brewster at the Ocean Edge and the scenery was much nicer west towards Dennis
10. Dogtown Common
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
This Gloucester trail runs through quarries and woods.
Reviewed By Luv2TravelWN
A very interesting area to go hiking. Many trails and all types of large granite rocks strewn everywhere. There are a large number of them which have had stone cutters engrave savings into that make for a fun hike. The trails are long and could be confusing so make sure to get a map ahead of time to make the hike more enjoyable. Worth a visit and plan on a few hours to full enjoy it.
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