The Top 20 Attractions in Franklin County
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Franklin County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Franklin County is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: December 20, 2025
Mount Toby
Highlight • Summit
Mount Toby is surrounded by an extensive trail system for hikers. Once you reach the summit at 1,269 feet, you can go even higher and climb the fire tower for a fascinating overview of the Connecticut River.
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Canalside Rail Trail - Canal Section
Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway
The Canalside Trail is a short, rail trail that runs next to the Turner Falls Canal. The trail is completely flat, so it is an easy ride and gives you great views of the canal.
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Turner's Falls Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
From this spot on the Turner's Falls Bridge (or White Bridge) you get fantastic views over the Connecticut River and of Turner's Falls.
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Dutch and Mary Barnard Trail
Highlight • Trail
The summit ridge has lots of exposed stone that lends itself to fun, quintessential New England hiking. The trail takes you to High Ledge and you get views stretching out in multiple directions as you peek out of the trees.
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South Sugarloaf Mountain
Highlight • Summit
South Sugarloaf Mountain, one of the two summits of Mount Sugarloaf, is a popular tourist spot in the Pocumtuck Range. It offers spectacular views of the Connecticut River, the Pioneer …
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Leverett Pond
Highlight • Lake
On this side of Depot Road, you can enjoy a good view of Leverett Pond from its boat launch point. The bottom of this pond is completely covered by submerged vegetation.
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Lake Wyola Dam
Highlight • Lake
Enjoy a picnic lunch with family and friends under the shade of mature trees, admiring the scenic views of the lake and surrounding hills. Keep your eyes peeled for diverse …
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Gentle smooth gravel
Highlight • Trail
The D.A.R. State Forest has a lot of fun trails – great for biking and hiking. You'll spot plenty of wildlife and find yourself immersed in a peaceful forest. The colors in fall are especially spectacular!
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Connecticut River Greenway State Park
Highlight • River
The Connecticut River Greenway connects quite a few parks that are situated along the Connecticut River. There are about 8 parks along this greenway as you follow it across the state.
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Chapel Ledge and Chapel Falls
Highlight • Waterfall
From this spot on Williamsburg Road, you can see Chapel Ledge and Chapel Falls. Chapel Ledge is a little harder to see because it's a fairly tall, peak almost directly …
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