3 Best Hiking Trails in Boston, MA

“Belle Isle Marsh Reservation is an ecological conservation area and a public recreation area that contains coastal wetlands. The total length of the trail is approximately 0.6 miles, and the elevation gain is 3 feet. The trail is a loop type and it takes 10 minutes to complete the total trail. The boardwalk offers spectacular 270-degree views of the surrounding area, including south of downtown Boston, Winthrop, and Revere. Belle Isle Marsh Reservation also ensures 188 acres (76 ha) of the Belle Isle Marsh and has exclusive views of plants and animals. The park also features wheelchair-accessible parking and picnic tables. The park is also pet friendly.”

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“Blue Hills Reservation is an elegant spot that offers scenic views for its visitors. This reservation area covers approximately 7,000 acres that extend from Quincy to Dedham and from Milton to Randolph. The total length of the trail is 2.8 miles, and the trail's elevation gain is 626 feet. Blue Hills Reservation has 125 miles of trails to explore, which take you through woods, wetlands, and up hills, among other things. The trails are maintained neatly for the comfort of hikers and bikers. The Reservation also features picnic tables and playground swings for visitors' convenience. The park also has designated dog-friendly areas.”

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“Lynn Woods features a garden, a cave to explore, and a stone tower that offers a scenic view of the city. The elevation gain of the trail is 328 feet, and it is a loop type. The woods ensure over 30 miles of scenic trails for hiking, running, horseback riding, and mountain biking. The trail occupies a fifth of the city's total land area and is a valuable natural, watershed, and public recreational resource in eastern Massachusetts. Lynn Woods features a wheelchair-accessible parking lot, baseball fields, a basketball court, and picnic tables to enhance the experience of its visitors. The park also welcomes pets.”

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