Parks Near Boston, Massachusetts
Explore New England's natural treasures near Boston, from rocky coastlines to historic forests and mountain vistas.
Popular Parks Near Boston
Acadia National Park
280 miles from Boston
4.8
National Park
Highlights:
- Cadillac Mountain
- Rocky coast
- Carriage roads
Cape Cod National Seashore
75 miles from Boston
4.6
National Seashore
Highlights:
- Beaches
- Lighthouses
- Whale watching
Blue Hills Reservation
10 miles from Boston
4.4
State Reservation
Highlights:
- Hiking
- Skiing
- Boston skyline views
Popular Activities
- Hiking
- Beach activities
- Whale watching
- Biking
- Photography
Best Times to Visit
- Summer for beaches
- Fall for foliage
- Spring for fewer crowds
Driving Tips
- Acadia is a full weekend trip minimum
- Cape Cod traffic heavy on summer weekends
- Book Acadia accommodations months ahead
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