50 Places to Explore the South Shore in 2020

In honor of NSRWA’s 50th anniversary, they have kickstarted a “50 Places” challenge for 2020. The goal for the challenge is to inspire people to visit great locations across the South Shore. We love any opportunity to get outside and try something new.

If you visit one of their spots, you can share your picture with us by tagging @southshoretrails! We’ll repost it for the whole community to see.

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Bonus!

  1. Visit the property designated for the week and take a picture of the location or you and/or your friends and family exploring.
  2. Share the photo online any time that month on the Instagram page @northsouthrivers with the hashtag #ExploreSouthShore and include the name of the property
  3. You could win a prize if your picture is selected by randomly selected by NSRWA!
  4. Want to see the rules? Here you go.
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Best Picnic Hikes on the South Shore

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When the good weather returns to New England and the South Shore, we immediately want to be outside as much as possible. Let’s savor every single moment of the extra daylight, sun on our faces, and spring in our step.

While we never leave home without a snack in our fanny pack, sometimes it is even more fun to bring along a picnic. Bonus? You get to sit and enjoy the view that much longer. The South Shore has some really beautiful spots so let’s settle down and enjoy them.

Our Favorite Benches + Docks

  • Driftway – Scituate //  best sunset, dusk views. Perfect for taking your next family picture! There are two docks with seating.
  • Norris Reservation – Norwell // views along the North River from a little hut. Also several benches scattered throughout the trail system
  • John Little – Marshfield // Dock is located along the river about 1.5 miles in. Lots of peace and quiet!
  • World’s End – Hingham // Beautiful views of the Boston skyline! 
  • Willow Brook Farm – Pembroke // Viewpoint is from a small tower. Tower has some benches for seating.

Need a Picnic Table?

  • Miller Woods –Norwell // smaller, very woodsy trail. Table is located just off the entrance.
  • Turkey Hill –Hingham // Located right at the top of the hill. Great peaceful views and plenty of space for kids to run. Dog friendly.
  • Norris Reservation –Norwell // Located just off the dam down by the rushing stream. Site is dog friendly and you can take a longer walk after eating.
  • Jacobs Pond –Norwell // Located on the island portion of the trail. Plenty of parking!
  • Luddam’s Ford Park – Hanover // Located along the Indian Head River. Approachable hikes, plus a boat ramp!

Pack a blanket?

  • Couch Beach –Marshfield // Quiet spot along the North River.
  • Bay Farm – Duxbury // After you cross through the big fields, you can take your blanket to the beach/rocky area down by the water
  • Rexhame –Marshfield // Enjoy either the ocean or the marsh. Lots of places to settle in and enjoy the view.
  • Ellisville – Plymouth // A little further south but offers beautiful vistas from a short 1 mile walk