For those who want to find a bit of solace close to Boston, three of the most remote-feeling spots for hiking and walking in the local area
HIKE TIME: THE SPRING EDITION
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GREAT HIKES IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD, FROM DORCHESTER TO MEDFORD
Amazing socially distanced walks in the woods near Boston.
TEN PEAKS (INSIDE RTE. 128): THE MOST EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS FROM ABOVE BOSTON
Find a beautiful space to hike in New England, this fall.
AIN’T TOO PROUD TO BOG: SPECTACULAR AND EASY-TO-FIND WETLANDS FOR COMMONWEALTH CRANBERRIES
A bit more than halfway through, the forest opens up to remarkable views of the bog, then the forest returns before another breathtaking view ...
GET OUT! MORE SAFE AND REMOTE HIKES THAT ARE PERFECT FOR PANDEMIC TIMES
It seems like a good time to look at a sequel list, with this one focusing more on areas that are fairly close to Boston while also being obscure spots.
OLD CONCORD ROAD TO WALDEN: A “SAFARI HIKE” IN THE SUBURBS OF BOSTON
You have many options, including walking around the pond (highly recommended), strolling over to Thoreau’s Cabin Site, heading to the gift shop at the parking lot, or perhaps taking a different way back if you’re done with animal sightings and have a good sense of direction.
OLD TOWN ROUTE: HOW TO HIKE DOWN THE MIDDLE OF 128 (AND LIVE TO TELL ABOUT IT)
That section is a continuation of the road ... but on the other side of the highway—and it can’t be accessed unless a) you have wings, or b) you have a death wish and think it would be fun running across the highway.
REST IN YEAST (FOR NOW AT LEAST): A LANDMARK BAKERY SAYS GOODBYE TO ITS CAMBERVILLE HOME
Two days before New Year’s Eve, the company’s 12 staffers woke up unemployed. Still, in hope of reinventing their venture somewhere else, Andrew and Greta are taking everything with them
PLYMOUTH ROCKS: HIKING, EATS, AND MUCH MORE ON THE SOUTH SHORE
This will take you to the town wharf and with it, a whole lot of good stuff, including a breakwater that goes more than half a mile out into the ocean, various walkways and boardwalks with more views, several restaurants and food spots like the Lobster Hut and Cupcake Charlie’s.
FROM SAVIN HILL TO SOMERVILLE: 10 MORE WELCOME-BACK WALKS OFF OF THE EATEN PATH
This time there are options for food and drink along the way—plus we included other communities in the region as well.
