Ashland State Park
Union Street, Rout 135 West in Ashland
508-435-4303
Hopkinton State Park
71 Cedar Street, Hopkinton
508-435-4303
Two beaches, picnicking, canoeing, fishing, marked trails for hiking.
Garden in the Woods
180 Hemenway Road, Framingham, MA
508-877-7630
The headquarters of the New England Wildflower Society offering 45 acres of woodlands, marked trails and of course, wildflowers! They also offer many programs for children. Restrooms and gift shop on premises. Hours vary by season, call for schedule.
Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary
414 Massasoit Road, Worcester, MA
508-753-6087
This is an Audubon Sanctuary on 277 beautiful acres, home to over 70 species of butterflies! A great place to go for a stroll. Programs include evening workshops, pre-school story hours and guided tours. Call for more information.
Broadmoor Wildlife Sanctuary
260 Eliot Street, Route 16, South Natick
508-655-2296
This Massachusetts Audubon Society property encompasses 623 acres of fields, woodland and marsh. There are numerous walking trails where you can catch sight of birds, ponds, and forest animals. Admission charged.