No matter the season, there’s so much to do and explore outside in Massachusetts. Where else can you hike up a mountain in the morning and then cool down by the beach in the afternoon? Whether you want to fly down the slop on a snowboard or float along a lazy river, there’s something for you to do here in the great outdoors.
Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory and Gardens
South Deerfield
Open year 'round, 7 days a week. Indoor conservatory filled with live butterflies from all over the world. Educational programs, exhibits... more
Manhan Rail Trail
Easthampton
Nestled in the heart of the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, Easthampton's Manhan Rail Trail offers unique recreational opportunities... more
The Maria Mitchell Association's Loines Observatory
Nantucket
This facility houses a new 24 in. research telescope as well as a recently refurbished antique Clark telescope. The public is... more
Maritime Heritage Center
Gloucester
Nineteenth-century mill; boat building, marine resource center, museum shop and three piers. more
Mary O'Malley Park
Chelsea
Chelsea's largest park offers spectacular views of the Boston skyline and the Tobin Bridge. Bordered by Island End River on... more
Mashpee River Woodlands
Mashpee
Pristine shoreline, natural spawning areas, and excellent water quality make the Mashpee River one of Massachusetts' finest sources of rare,... more
Mayhew Chapel and Indian Burial Ground
West Tisbury
Tiny chapel, burial ground, and wildflower sanctuary. more
McLaughlin State Fish Hatchery
Belchertown
One of the largest hatcheries in eastern US. more
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge
Chatham
Most of refuge is accessible by boat only; commercial service in season; more than 250 species of birds; surfcasting, lighthouse, visitor... more
Mount Auburn Cemetery
Cambridge
National historic landmark founded in 1831 as the first garden cemetery. Graves of architect Charles Bulfinch, artist Winslow Homer, authors Henry... more
Nantucket Convservation Foundation
Nantucket
The mission of the Nantucket Conservation Foundation is to assist in the preservation of Nantucket's character by permanently conserving, maintaining,... more
New England Wild Flower Society's Nasami Farm
Whately
75-acre nursery set in the stunning Pioneer Valley. Retail nursery offers native plants, including hard to find woody species in... more
Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary
Wales
Native wildflowers on 3,000 acres of flora and fauna; two museums, self-guided trails (summer only). more
North American Wolf Foundation - Wolf Hollow
Ipswich
North American gray wolves and their environmental roles in a natural habitat. more
Northeast Fisheries Science Center
Woods Hole
Complete with a walk through aquarium and petting zoo. The center seeks to better understand living resources and their ecosystems. more
Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
Newburyport
A pristine refuge for birds and diverse wildlife on Plum Island. Opportunities exist for nature walks, wildlife observation, canoeing/kayaking,... more
Paul Revere Capture Site
Lincoln
Paul Revere Park
Boston
Poets Seat Tower
Greenfield
Miles of woodland trails; bird watching and eagle viewing; spectacular views. more
Puffer's Pond
Amherst
As a much loved and widely used natural amenity, Puffer's Pond has been, and continues to be, an integral area... more
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Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory and Gardens
281 Greenfield Rd.
South Deerfield
413-665-2805 - B
Manhan Rail Trail
Manhan Rail Trail
Easthampton
n/a - C
The Maria Mitchell Association's Loines Observatory
4 Vestal St. And 59 Milk St. Ext.
Nantucket
508-228-9273 - D
Maritime Heritage Center
23 Harbor Loop
Gloucester
978-281-0470 - E
Mary O'Malley Park
Spruce Street
Chelsea
617-626-1250 - F
Mashpee River Woodlands
Quinaquisset Avenue And Meetinghouse Road
Mashpee
508.636.4693 - G
Mayhew Chapel and Indian Burial Ground
South Indian Hill Rd.
West Tisbury - H
McLaughlin State Fish Hatchery
90 East St.
Belchertown
413-323-7671 - I
Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge
Morris Island, Wikis Way
Chatham
5089450594x10 - J
Mount Auburn Cemetery
580 Mt. Auburn St.
Cambridge
617-547-7105 - K
Nantucket Convservation Foundation
118 Cliff Road
Nantucket
508-228-2884 - L
New England Wild Flower Society's Nasami Farm
128 North Street
Whately
413-397-9922 - M
Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary
30 Peck Rd.
Wales
413-267-9654 - N
North American Wolf Foundation - Wolf Hollow
114 Essex Rd.
Ipswich
978-356-0216 - O
Northeast Fisheries Science Center
166 Water Street
Woods Hole
508-495-2235 - P
Parker River National Wildlife Refuge
6 Plum Island
Newburyport
978-465-5753 - Q
Paul Revere Capture Site
180 N Great Rd
Lincoln
978 369-6993 - R
Paul Revere Park
210 N Washington St
Boston
617-635-4505 - S
Poets Seat Tower
Mountain Rd. And Maple St.
Greenfield
413-773-5463 - T
Puffer's Pond
Mill Street
Amherst
413-259-3333
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