Waterfalls & Streams

Explore all the waterfalls and streams the Trustees offers.

Dog Friendly Hiking Trails

Some of our favorite hiking destinations with our best furry friends.

Our Favorite Coastal Hikes

We've selected some of our favorite and uncrowded coastal hikes for you to explore.

Summits & Views

Wondering if the long trek up our mountains and hills is worth it? The rewarding views from these summits never disappoint!

Hiking With Kids

Get your kids excited about hiking! We've rounded up tips to get them outside, our favorite kid-friendly trails and guided hikes specifically for familie...

2024 Trustees Downloadable Map

Download this Trustees property map and checklist to keep track of all of our places you have visited.

Best Easy Hiking Trails

Whether taking a quick break from a busy day or spending a leisurely afternoon, hiking is an easy and fun way for you to enjoy the outdoors throughout th...

Birding at Trustees Properties

Year-round, there are great opportunities to spot our feathered friends at various Trustees sites. Massachusetts birding at its best.

Guided Hikes

Discover the beauty of special places at our fantastic locations around Massachusetts, all with a trusted guide.

High Mileage Hiking Trails

Looking for trails with lots of miles? We made a handy list of the top 30 Trustees properties for long hikes.

Accessible Trails

Properties with wheelchair accessible and wheelchair-friendly trails.

The Trustees Hikers Top Ten

We asked our hiking experts their favorite places to hike. You'll find some of your favorites along with perhaps some undiscovered gems!

Hike Trustees Email Sign-Up

Sign up for our monthly Hike Trustees email to get hiking tips, ideas to hike on your own and featured monthly group hikes.

Literary Trail

The natural landscapes of Massachusetts have been a source of inspiration and refuge for authors, poets, journalists, and playwrights.

Guided Hikes For Kids

Looking for ideas to get your kids excited about hiking?  We have all kinds of guided hikes across the state geared specifically for families.

Outdoor Adventures

Guided hiking, mountain biking, and kayaking adventures at Trustees properties that are truly hidden gems.

Stroller-Friendly Hikes

Strollers are good options for families with children not quite ready to explore the outdoors on foot. Here are some stroller-friendly trails to explore.

Discover Filming Locations

Find unique full-day trips to hike and explore filming locations at Trustees properties!

Nature & Ecology

Hiking with Kids: Helpful Tips to Get You Started

April 14, 2022

As the weather warms, it becomes easier to think about taking kids out for a “b...

7 Places to Hike with Kids

Some of our favorite properties for hiking with little ones.

Hike Trustees

The Trustees Hiking Challenge: With over 100 places and hundreds of miles of trails to explore, join our free challenge to get you hiking and exploring M...

Wildlife Walks

Did you know that you can experience local wildlife up close and personal while exploring our many properties?

Finding Signs of Spring

From catching a glimpse of migratory birds to listening to new life on a warm spring day, here are a few of our favorite ways to find signs of spring...

Nature & Ecology

A Hike at Noanet Woodlands

December 21, 2021

Trustees Volunteer Stacie Korroch takes you along for her hike at Noanet Woodland...

Romantic Hikes and Walks

Whether you hike with your romantic loved one, family member, friends or yourself; the scenery is sure to make your heart go pitter patter.

Nature & Ecology

A Hike at Ward Reservation

January 25, 2022

Trustees Volunteer Stacie Korroch takes you along for her hike at Ward Reservatio...

Post-Feast Hikes 

Whether your goal is to log some miles before the big feast or hit the trails instead of the shops the day after, we have some great hikes for every...

Hike Outside the Lines

There are a number of regional trails and trail systems that connect to Trustees reservations throughout the state.

Tully Trail

The Tully Trail is a 22-mile loop trail that encircles the largely undeveloped Tully Valley in the North Quabbin Region of Central Massachusetts.

Walks in the Park

Finding an easy enjoyable walk in one of our parks is as easy as, well, a walk in the park!

Favorite Fall Foliage Hikes

Looking to find the best fall foliage hikes in Massachusetts?

Coast & Sustainability

Winter Bird Watching

November 9, 2020

Fun in the snow is not just the exclusive domain of children and skiers. Try bird...

Winter Hikes

Some of our favorite properties for a winter hike.

Nature & Ecology

Walking in the Winter Woods

February 1, 2021

What to look and listen for during your winter hike.