Trail Distance: 5 miles
Elevation Gain: Minimal
Terrain Rating: Very Moderate
Hike In: 10:00AM
Hike Out: 12:21PM
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There are plenty of beautiful places in New England. From fall foliage hikes to breathtaking views, these top 5 places are unique and absolutely worth the drive from Boston.
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Distance from Boston: 20 minutes
Characteristics: wide trails, open space
Size: 230 acres
Directions: Head on 93-S and take Exit 3 to Ponkapoag Trail (turn left after the highway).
Distance from Boston: 20 minutes
Characteristics: swimming for dogs, off-leash, lots of puppy socialization
Size: 130 acres
Recommended Parking: Google maps will take you to a nice parking lot.
Distance from Boston: 20 minutes
Characteristics: playground, fields, kid friendly, swimming for dogs
Size: 35 acres
Recommended Parking: Around the neighborhood at 133 Jason St in Arlington, here.
Distance from Boston: 10 minutes
Characteristics: very well maintained, fenced off, paved paths, swimming, parking for Cambridge residents only
Size: 162 acres
Distance from Boston: 25 minutes
Characteristics: Great botanical diversity, paved paths
Size: 281 acres
Distance from Boston: 20 minutes
Characteristics: Swimming, convenient, bouldering
Size: 114 acres with Webster Conservation Area
Distance from Boston: 15 minutes
Characteristics: Off-leash, swimming, dog park
Size: 2,575 acres
Distance from Boston: 20 minutes
Characteristics: Off-leash, very easy navigation, avoid the crowds
Size: 640 acres
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