TLDR Steere Hill Conservation Area and Heritage Park are properties in the Town of Glocester, RI. the Glocester Land Trust manages these areas. There are about 6 miles of trails on 448 acres in the combined properties. The area allows dogs on a leash; mountain bikes, and horses. Good bird watching. Excellent trail conditions throughout…
Manchester Pond Reservoir is a pretty spot to take a hike, but the highway noise and uncertain parking are big negatives
TLDR Ashland State Park is a State of Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) property. There are 470 acres, and 157 of those are covered by a reservoir. There is a 4.5-mile hiking trail that loops around the reservoir, with a few short stub trails off the main one. The trail conditions were excellent,…
Back in February, I was redirected from my intended hike at Destruction Brook because it was way too crowded. Right down the road was another Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust (DNRT) property and I had an enjoyable hike. I stuck a pin in this one for the future, because according to the website, there was a…
TLDR: Nickerson Walking Woods, Attleboro Land Trust. 1.5 miles of trails on 48 acres. Nice paths, very accessible, very clearly marked, not crowded. Dogs allowed. Very short, so it’s a good walk if you’re short on time or want to get your dog outside for a bit. I’d go back if I’m in the area…
TLDR: Borderland State Park, South Easton MA. It is REALLY crowded. It is beautiful. 1843 acres with 20 miles of hiking trails. You can hike the whole perimeter of Leach Pond. The trails with few exceptions are incredibly accessible, you can take a stroller or a toddler easily. Dogs, horses, frisbee golf, mountain bikes, fishing,…