Hiking Trails & Parks in Boston, Massachusetts
236 trails & 6 parks in Boston, located in Suffolk County, Massachusetts.
About Outdoor Recreation in Boston, Massachusetts
Boston offers 236 mapped hiking trails and 6 federally managed parks within the city or nearby. Located in Suffolk County, Massachusetts, it’s a starting point for hikers, campers, and casual nature seekers.
Explore more nearby: Suffolk County overview, all Suffolk County trails, or statewide Massachusetts list.
Parks & Campgrounds in Boston
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From the OutsideAtlas Blog
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Massachusetts, Ranked
Massachusetts's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykMassachusetts's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Massachusetts trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Massachusetts
Ten gentle, well-marked Massachusetts trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Massachusetts
Federal parks and recreation areas in Massachusetts ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Massachusetts: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Massachusetts's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.