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Easy hikes and walks in Massachusetts

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Exploring Massachusetts on foot is a delightful way to connect with nature. To help you make the most of your adventures, we’ve compiled the top easy hikes and walks in Massachusetts. Perfect for short hikes, kid-friendly excursions, and family-friendly outings, these routes offer something for everyone.

Last updated: October 14, 2025

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1. Skyline Trail Loop & Blue Hill Observatory — Blue Hills Reservation

4.31km

01:21

160m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Rock Circuit Trail loop — Middlesex Fells Reservation

6.84km

01:49

70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Walden Pond Path – Walden Pond State Reservation

2.97km

00:46

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Walden Pond Path loop — Walden Pond State Reservation

2.67km

00:41

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Nauset Marsh loop to Coast Guard Beach from Sand Pond — Cape Cod National Seashore

6.96km

01:47

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Ponkapoag Pond loop — Blue Hills Reservation

6.90km

01:47

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Boardwalk loop from Marconi Wireless Station — Cape Cod National Seashore

2.11km

00:34

20m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Charles River Esplanade loop from Copley — Boston

7.74km

01:57

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Cliff Pond Trail loop — Nickerson State Park

4.76km

01:14

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Houghton's Pond and Buck Hill loop – Blue Hills Reservation

6.00km

01:42

130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hikes and walks in Massachusetts

1. Skyline Trail Loop & Blue Hill Observatory — Blue Hills Reservation

2. Rock Circuit Trail loop — Middlesex Fells Reservation

3. Walden Pond Path – Walden Pond State Reservation

4. Walden Pond Path loop — Walden Pond State Reservation

5. Nauset Marsh loop to Coast Guard Beach from Sand Pond — Cape Cod National Seashore

6. Ponkapoag Pond loop — Blue Hills Reservation

7. Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Boardwalk loop from Marconi Wireless Station — Cape Cod National Seashore

8. Charles River Esplanade loop from Copley — Boston

9. Cliff Pond Trail loop — Nickerson State Park

10. Houghton's Pond and Buck Hill loop – Blue Hills Reservation

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