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Keville Footbridge & Pratt Trails

Marshfield

The combination of the Bridle Rail trail and Pratt provides visitors a 2 mile walk with many unique features. I can imagine this being an ideal for families since the terrain is largely very flat but with many things to keep little kids entertained. The Bridle Trail is actually many miles long as it stretches through Marshfield so this is only a very small piece of it. The Pratt trails are built around the Zena Brook, which flows through the 37-acre Pratt property. In 2017, many of these footbridges were restored to increase accessibility to the area. Residents voted to acquire the Pratt property at special Town Meeting in 2012. Additional plans are in place for the Pratt property itself which includes a beautiful but decaying home.

AJ Mceachern Memorial Trail

Scituate

AJ McEachern Memorial Trail is a wonderful spot located on the marsh in Scituate. It is perfect for all ages and offers some of the most beautiful and unique views of Scituate's Landscape. This particular spot is most popular with dog owners, kayakers, and photographers. The parking lot provides the perfect place to launch kayaks on the North River. Even if you aren't interested in a walk, the piers and benches provide a great place to just watch the sunset or enjoy your coffee. You can see Scituate's history through old pier pilings that protrude from the water.

AJ Mceachern Memorial Trail

Stodder’s Neck

Hingham

Stodder's Neck is a conservation parcel in Hingham along the Harbor. The conservation area is owned and maintained by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. Stodder's Neck was previously a gravel pit that was transformed in a park reminiscent of World's End. The paths and hilltop viewpoint are very similar to the structure of Frederick Law Olmsted's design for World's End. This park is most popular with dog owners. It would be nearly impossible to visit without seeing several dog owners enjoying the wide paths and lush landscape. In prior years, the landscape was very overrun by dog waste but you would never know it now. The park is very well maintained and clean. The paths are also stroller friendly and very level. Stodder's Neck is a must visit for your next pass through Hingham on errands. We think it goes great with your next errand trip to Trader Joe's, Hingham Shipyard, or Lowe's in Weymouth.

Stodder’s Neck

Great Esker Park

Weymouth

Great Esker Park is an unexpected beauty that is easily accessed from Route 3A in Weymouth. The 237-acre park offers about 6 miles of trails that could suit any range of abilities. Great Esker Park consists mainly of a geological formation known as an esker that was formed by a glacier 12,000 years ago. An esker is defined as a winding ridge of sand and gravel. A visit to Great Esker park suites all ages. A portion of the trails are paved which make them accessible to strollers and those who need a more stable path. In addition, water based activities like kayaking, canoeing, and boating are options. So pack a snack, some binoculars for birdwatching... and hit the trail.

Great Esker Park

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