When the snow falls, don’t stay indoors – grab a pair of snowshoes and take to the trails! Snowshoeing is a fun, easy way to get outside and explore the Buzzards Bay region in winter. Tromp down the shoreline of your local beach, or head into the woods to enjoy quiet views of freshly fallen snow.
See a sampling of all of Bourne’s vibrant natural scenery on one walk when you visit Cataumet Greenway.
Size: 95 acres
Parking: Small unpaved parking area at the Cataumet Post Office; two additional small unpaved parking areas on Red Brook Harbor Road
Facilities: Picnic Table, Playground
Parking: Small unpaved parking area at the Cataumet Post Office; two additional small unpaved parking areas on Red Brook Harbor Road
Facilities: Picnic Table, Playground
Marion’s popular Washburn Park hearkens back to the historic town common where locals can walk and play.
Size: 132 acres
Parking: Several unpaved parking areas throughout park
Facilities: Bicycle Rack, Restrooms, Trash, Picnic Tables, Playground
Parking: Several unpaved parking areas throughout park
Facilities: Bicycle Rack, Restrooms, Trash, Picnic Tables, Playground
With rolling waves and a long, sandy shoreline, Cherry & Webb Beach is a favorite summer destination for Westport residents.
Size: 80 acres
Parking: Large unpaved parking area; resident beach sticker required year-round
Facilities: Picnic Tables, Bicycle Rack
Parking: Large unpaved parking area; resident beach sticker required year-round
Facilities: Picnic Tables, Bicycle Rack
With a cozy picnic table nestled in a grove of trees, Church Wildlife Conservation Area in Rochester is a lovely picnic spot.
Size: 21 acres
Parking: Small dirt parking area off Marion Road
Facilities: Picnic table
Parking: Small dirt parking area off Marion Road
Facilities: Picnic table
Hunt for remnants of an old settlement among fields and forest along the Mattapoisett River at Church's Field in Rochester.
Size: 32 acres
Parking: Small gravel parking area
Facilities: Picnic table
Parking: Small gravel parking area
Facilities: Picnic table
Collins Woodlot in Falmouth offers great hiking along two miles of trail through wild-feeling forest.
Size: 130 acres
Parking: Small unpaved pull-off on Service Road; small unpaved pull-off on south side of Brick Kiln Road
Facilities: None
Parking: Small unpaved pull-off on Service Road; small unpaved pull-off on south side of Brick Kiln Road
Facilities: None
Part of the Southeastern Massachusetts Bioreserve, Copicut Woods in Fall River showcases unique natural features.
Size: 516 acres
Parking: Medium-sized gravel parking area on Indian Town Road; small unpaved parking areas on Yellow Hill Road and Copicut Road
Facilities: Picnic Tables
Parking: Medium-sized gravel parking area on Indian Town Road; small unpaved parking areas on Yellow Hill Road and Copicut Road
Facilities: Picnic Tables
The idyllic pastures and sweeping salt marsh views at Cornell Farm in Dartmouth will captivate nature lovers of every age.
Size: 130 acres
Parking: Medium-sized crushed-shell parking area
Facilities: Picnic tables
Parking: Medium-sized crushed-shell parking area
Facilities: Picnic tables
Make community connections and explore a unique wilderness at Davis-Douglas Conservation Area, the headquarters of the Wildlands Trust.
Size: 232 acres
Parking: Large paved parking lot at visitor center on Long Pond Road; unpaved parking areas at Emery Preserve East and West trailheads on Ship Pond Road
Facilities: Learning Center, Bicycle Rack, Water Fountain, Restrooms (in Davis-Douglas Farm), Trash, Picnic Tables
Parking: Large paved parking lot at visitor center on Long Pond Road; unpaved parking areas at Emery Preserve East and West trailheads on Ship Pond Road
Facilities: Learning Center, Bicycle Rack, Water Fountain, Restrooms (in Davis-Douglas Farm), Trash, Picnic Tables
An easy walking trail circles through peaceful Delano Memorial Forest, passing by the placid waters of the Sippican River.
Size: 110 acres
Parking: Small parking area off Marys Pond Road
Facilities: None
Parking: Small parking area off Marys Pond Road
Facilities: None
Demarest Lloyd State Park in Dartmouth is a true gem for beachgoers, explorers, and Buzzards Bay lovers of all ages.
Size: 200 acres
Parking: Large paved parking area
Facilities: Restrooms (seasonal), Picnic Tables, Trash
Parking: Large paved parking area
Facilities: Restrooms (seasonal), Picnic Tables, Trash
Don’t let its name fool you: Destruction Brook Woods in Dartmouth is packed with unparalleled beauty.
Size: 283.8 acres
Parking: Medium-sized crushed-shell parking area on Slades Corner Road; small dirt pulloff on Fisher Road
Facilities: None
Parking: Medium-sized crushed-shell parking area on Slades Corner Road; small dirt pulloff on Fisher Road
Facilities: None
The Doggett's Brook nature trail tucked into the woods behind the ball fields in Rochester is perfect for a walk after a game.
Size: 100 acres
Parking: Large unpaved parking area at Dexter Lane Field
Facilities: Restrooms (seasonal), Trash, Playground
Parking: Large unpaved parking area at Dexter Lane Field
Facilities: Restrooms (seasonal), Trash, Playground
If you want to explore a classic Wareham landscape, Westgate Conservation Area is an ideal spot.
Size: 49 acres
Parking: Small gravel parking area off Papermill Road
Facilities: None
Parking: Small gravel parking area off Papermill Road
Facilities: None
This engaging nature trail in Fairhaven is a welcoming spot for the whole community to discover nature's classroom.
Size: 13 acres
Parking: Large paved parking lot at school
Facilities: Picnic Table
Parking: Large paved parking lot at school
Facilities: Picnic Table
With fields, stone walls, and golden yellow barns, East Over Reservation is a reminder of Rochester’s rural character.
Size: 75 acres
Parking: Medium-sized gravel parking area
Facilities: None
Parking: Medium-sized gravel parking area
Facilities: None
These two tracts are part of a network of local conservation areas in Marion and Rochester that you can explore.
Size: 322 acres
Parking: Medium-sized parking area along County Road
Facilities: None
Parking: Medium-sized parking area along County Road
Facilities: None
A natural oasis hidden in the North End of New Bedford, Flora B. Peirce Nature Trail takes visitors on a tour of forest life.
Size: 148 acres
Parking: Roadside parking on Falmouth Street
Facilities: None
Parking: Roadside parking on Falmouth Street
Facilities: None
From fishing to hiking to paddling, discover a variety of activities on this eight-acre Westport property.
Size: 7.8 acres
Parking: Small pull-off area along Forge Road, on north side of Forge Pond
Facilities: None
Parking: Small pull-off area along Forge Road, on north side of Forge Pond
Facilities: None
With a sandy beach, bike path, and fishing pier, Fort Taber Park offers sweeping Buzzards Bay views steeped in history.
Size: 50 acres
Parking: Large paved parking lot
Facilities: Pier (concrete), Restrooms (seasonal), Picnic Tables, Trash, Playground, Learning/Visitor Center, Food/Concession (seasonal)
Parking: Large paved parking lot
Facilities: Pier (concrete), Restrooms (seasonal), Picnic Tables, Trash, Playground, Learning/Visitor Center, Food/Concession (seasonal)