Massachusetts states parks will once again offer free guided hikes for those looking to kick off the new year in the great outdoors. “As we celebrate MA250, we are proud to continue this ...

Between Memorial Day and Labor Day last year, 179,389 people camped out at the thousands of campsites offered at Massachusetts’s more than 30 state parks that allow camping, according to the ...

Local News State parks announce programming and viewing events in Massachusetts for solar eclipse “We're excited to offer educational opportunities for the public to learn about the science ...

First Day Hikes began in 1992 at the Blue Hills Reservation in Milton and became a national initiative in 2012 with the endorsement of America’s State Parks, expanding to all 50 states.

While parking fees at Massachusetts state parks aren’t exorbitant (Mount Greylock charges $5 for Mass. residents), the fee waiver offers an incentive to get outside before the first snowfall.

When COVID-19 spread like wildfire in the spring of 2020, Massachusetts allowed our state parks, forests, and beaches to stay open and free from day-use parking fees.

BOSTON (WWLP) – People looking to camp at Massachusetts state parks should start picking their vacation dates now. The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will open reservations ...

Currently, the annual parking pass at state parks in Massachusetts is $60. Daily parking rates vary from $3 to $15 for in-state residents and $3 to $40 for out-of-state residents (excluding parks ...

In Massachusetts, lacing up a pair of sturdy shoes or boots and hitting a hiking trail could help residents ring in a healthier ... The state agency is promoting First Day Hikes at all state parks.

“Massachusetts has a first class state parks system, and ‘Go Green on Black Friday’ hikes are an excellent way for frequent park users and newcomers to skip the Black Friday frenzy, ...

About six Massachusetts state parks and beaches were closed to new guests on Memorial Day due to capacity limits. “Capacity closure in effect at Scusset Beach State Reservation: Scusset Beach ...