Sumner Smith Overlook

Cohasset

Dog friendly Parking available Scenic views

Located in Cohasset, Sumner Smith Overlook. This trail system is perfect for hiking. Located on Cohasset Harbor, the overlook gives you a beautiful view of Cohasset and parts of Scituate. While there is no true parking assigned to this location, you can often get away with a few minutes either at the town pier or the lot associated with the lighthouse keepers house. There is also some public parking along Border Street which would require a very short walk back to the trail and overlook. The trail itself is located along the big rock and wooded area to the left of the house. Also explore Pape Reservation and Brass Kettle Conservation Area, other trails in Cohasset.

Points of Interest

From the overlook, you can see Cohasset Harbor, the Atlantic Ocean and parts of Scituate.

Trail Notes

Trail type: out/back.

More Info

Town Cohasset
Managed by Cohasset Conservation Trust
Size 1 acres
Dog-friendly Yes
ADA access No
Waterbody Cohasset Harbor / Little Harbor
Cost Free
Stroller rating C

Parking

Informal (town pier / lighthouse lot / Border St)

Facilities

Rock-ledge overlook, stairs

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