State Guide

Explore Massachusetts Outdoors

Massachusetts offers 1643 trails, 77 parks, and 290 campgrounds worth planning a trip around. The trail mix runs 774 easy, 743 moderate, 103 difficult, and 23 expert-rated, so the state holds something for casual walkers and seasoned alpinists alike. Routes range from under a mile to 46 miles, with the toughest climbs gaining 5456 feet. Public lands worth knowing here include Longfellow House Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site, Salem Maritime National Historical Park, and Adams National Historical Park. Among the trails hikers return to: Paul Revere Ride to Freedom Bike Tour, Mohawk Trail Scenic Drive, and Boston's Emerald Necklace Trail.