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National Park Service
Near Powers Landing, Massachusetts
The great Outer Beach described by Thoreau in the 1800s is protected within the national seashore. Forty miles of pristine sandy beach, marshes, ponds, and uplands support diverse species. Lighthouses, cultural landscapes, and wild cranberry bogs offer a glimpse of Cape Cod's past and continuing way...
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Minute Man National Historical Park
Near Lincoln, Massachusetts
Reservations are not being offered at this time. Please visit the park website for more information.
Overview: At Minute Man National Historical Park, the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, an...
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National Park Service
Near Quincy, Massachusetts
From the sweet little farm at the foot of Penn’s Hill to the gentleman’s country estate at Peace field, Adams National Historical Park is the story of “heroes, statesmen, philosophers…and learned women” whose ideas and actions helped to transform thirteen disparate colonies into one united...
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Buffumville Lake
Near Charlton, Massachusetts
In 1958 the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built Buffumville Dam in Charlton, Massachusetts to provide flood risk management for downstream communities. Flood waters due to large amounts of rainfall or spring snow melts are stored on 480 acres of land. The lake is also managed for recreation and envir...
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US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Barre, Massachusetts
The Mid-State Hiking Trail traverses the park and provides easy access to this popular local hiking activity. Picnicking, canoeing, fishing and hunting are popular summer sports. Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing are prominent in winter. Wildlife viewing and scenery observation of the Ware Riv...
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Barre Falls Dam
Near Hubbardston, Massachusetts
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers welcomes you to Barre Falls Dam, located in Massachusetts within the towns of Hubbardston, Barre, Oakham, and Rutland. Nestled within the 22,000 acre Ware River Watershed, the area offers many recreational opportunities. Such activities could include canoeing, picn...
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Cape Cod National Seashore
Near Wellfleet, Massachusetts
Overlooking Cape Cod Bay, there is no better place on Cape Cod to watch a sunset. While located only a few miles from Wellfleet town center, when sitting on the deck enjoying the company of friends and family, you will feel miles away from the stress of everyday life. The Bay View House is a three...
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US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Charlton, Massachusetts
Recognized as the Project of the Year 2000, this 200-acre lake offers state-of-the-art facilities for the latest recreational pursuits including BMX-style bike jumps, mountain bike trails and an 18-hole disk golf course. More traditional forms of recreation include fishing, hunting, 7 miles of mult...
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Cape Cod National Seashore
Near Truro, Massachusetts
Positioned nicely near Coast Guard Beach and Head of the Meadow Beach in Truro, this home is a recently renovated two-bedroom, a one-bathroom unit (sleeps four) that is part of a three-unit triplex. Coast Guard Beach is a quick five minute walk from the property which also offers direct access to se...
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Cape Cod National Seashore
Near North Truro, Massachusetts
Positioned nicely near Coast Guard Beach and Head of the Meadow Beach in Truro, this home is a recently renovated one-bedroom, one-bathroom unit (sleeps two) that is part of a three-unit triplex. Coast Guard Beach (consistently rated as a top family beach) is a quick five minute walk from the prop...
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Cape Cod National Seashore
Near North Truro, Massachusetts
Positioned nicely near Coast Guard Beach and Head of the Meadow Beach in Truro, this home is a recently renovated two-bedroom, a one-bathroom unit (sleeps four) that is part of a three-unit triplex. Coast Guard Beach (consistently rated as a top family beach) is a quick five minute walk from the pro...
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Knightville Dam
Near Huntington, Massachusetts
With abundant wildlife, lush scenery and waterfront views, Indian Hollow Group Campground, located at the Knightville Dam and Reservoir, offers groups and clubs a recreational oasis.Indian Hollow accommodates community groups such as schools, scouts and clubs. Flush toilets, showers and drinking wa...
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Knightville Dam
Nestled on the downstream side of Knightville Dam, the Knightville Picnic Area offers a fun getaway for the whole family. Come spend a relaxing day with us.
In summertime the open areas of the river basin have spectacular blooms of wildflowers. These old fields attract many species of songbirds and...
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US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Huntington, Massachusetts
Fly fishing is popular in the Little and Westfield rivers where brown, brook and rainbow trout are stocked by the State. The Claude M. Hill Horse Trail provides horseback riding. Indian Hollow Campground is available for reservation groups and civic organizations. Hiking, hunting, mountain biking...
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Cape Cod National Seashore
Near Wellfleet, Massachusetts
Nestled among the pine trees in the middle of Cape Cod National Seashore, the Le Count Beach House is the perfect spot for your family vacation. Located in Wellfleet, this recently renovated two bedroom, one bathroom home sleeps six. It’s a short walk to Le Count beach, one of the best beaches o...
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National Park Service
Near Lowell, Massachusetts
Lowell’s water-powered textile mills catapulted the nation – including immigrant families and early female factory workers – into an uncertain new industrial era. Nearly 200 years later, the changes that began here still reverberate in our shifting global economy. Explore Lowell, a living test...
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National Park Service
Near Concord, Massachusetts
At Minute Man National Historical Park the opening battle of the Revolution is brought to life as visitors explore the battlefields and structures associated with April 19, 1775, and witness the American revolutionary spirit through the writings of the Concord authors.
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Cape Cod National Seashore
Near South Wellfleet, Massachusetts
Spend your vacation enjoying dramatic views and enjoying the sights and sounds of life along the Atlantic Ocean. The Ocean View House is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom home, with a lower-level living area that includes a full-size futon, that sleeps four. You will find yourself minutes away from ocea...
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Cape Cod National Seashore
Near South Wellfleet, Massachusetts
Situated on a bluff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, you will delight in watching the sunrise each morning as you enjoy your breakfast. The Sunrise House is a four-bedroom, one and one-half bathroom home that sleeps ten. You will find yourself minutes away from ocean beaches, ponds, trails, and the...
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Tully Lake
Near Royalston, Massachusetts
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers invites you to come relax at Tully Lake. There are a variety of outdoor recreation activities for you and you family. Although the dam was built primarily to reduce flood damages on the Millers and Connecticut Rivers, the 1,300-acre reservoir area provides a place ...
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US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Royalston, Massachusetts
Tully Lake is a 1300-acre flood control project completed in 1949. The reservoir area is rich with natural beauty and outdoor recreation. A tents-only campground with 35 sites lies on the north side of the 200-acre lake. Adjacent to the dam, the Recreation Area offers picnic sites and a boat ramp wi...
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West Hill Dam
Near Northbridge, Massachusetts
On a quiet back road and across an old fieldstone bridge lies West Hill Park, where the West River widens to form a large, natural pool.
The park and its many services and activities, including a swimming beach, accessible playground, nature trails and calm, clean water, attract visitors of all ...
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Westville Lake
Near Sturbridge, Massachusetts
Westville Lake is situated on the Quinebaug River in the towns of Southbridge and Sturbridge, Massachusetts. Westville offers a variety of hiking opportunities, group picnic shelters, a picnic cove, a large recreation field, canoe/kayak launches, and much more.There are two large picnic shelters wit...
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US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Uxbridge, Massachusetts
Families of all ages enjoy swimming in a small natural pool, picknicking, hiking and biking the trails, and the challenges of the accessible playground. Three group shelters, one near the dam, offer a great facility for hosting graduation parties, family reunions and church or other organization ev...
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US Army Corps of Engineers
Near Southbridge, Massachusetts
The developed, handicapp accessble park includes a 3-acre athletic field popular with softball and soccer players and kite flyers. Numerous picnic tables, some with charcoal stoves and two picnic shelters with large 4x4 charcoal stoves are available. The shelters are reservable. Photographers, hiker...