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Lots of hiking around
Hiking
You will find hiking for all levels in the New England states

Online guide to hiking in New England



Running/walking/roller blading/biking
  • A run around the Charles is a must. check out this running map
  • Maybe your want to try the world’s oldest running marathon?
  • You could attempt all or parts of the 38+ mile long Boston Harbor Walk (some parts still being worked on).  The Harbor walk encompasses several neighborhoods in Boston, and wants to connect the public to a clean and restored Boston Harbor. There are plenty of places to stop on the way for food or visiting museums.
  • Minuteman bikeway
  • The Fells in West Medford. Reachable by car (Interstate 93), the bus and the  T.
  • Bike paths and trails
  • Nashua River Rail Trail This is a former railroad that travels 11 miles through the towns of Ayer, Groton, Pepperell and Dunstable. The trail trail is paved and great for biking and rollerblading.
  • East bay bike path in Rhode Island

White Water Rafting
There are lots of places, you will find many n Maine, we would like to recommend Magic Falls rafting company. It is a lot of fun.


Activities around Charles river in Boston
There are boundless activities on the esplanade & around Charles river, you can run, walk, have a picnic, roller blade, bike, and some say you can even swim in the river but that is at your own risk - check it out here

Golfing
There are plenty of golf courses in New England, many close to Boston. Look for a public golf course. some we have played at are...
Online guide to golfing in New England

Sky diving in an indoor wind tunnel

Rock climbing

Canoeing & Kayaking
  • In Boston, on Charles River with Paddle Boston
  • In Ipswich at Foote Brothers, about a 40 minute drive from Boston. rent a canoe and enjoy a relaxing paddle down Ipswich river. bring a picnic.
  • Nashua River in Groton.



Proud of our sports teams

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Fenway Park - Go Red Sox
Plenty of opportunities to watch the awesome sports teams of Boston. Baseball, basket ball, hockey, and football - try to catch a game.

Spring and Summer!

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Plum Island beach
There are endless opportunities for outdoor activities in Boston and New England in the spring and summer.

The water is never far away for swimming and sailing and other water activities.

Markets, restaurants and bars - enjoy!

Sailing





Swimming & beaches
  • Crane beach This is a beautiful, large beach which is very popular so it can get packed. The parking lot can fill up if you are not there early. Parking is quite expensive. It is a fun place though. Nearby, you will pass it as you drive, there's a farm, Russell Orchards, and it is fun to stop there for vegetables, fresh pies, fruit, fruit wine, and plants. They have farm animals too which can be fun for the kids.
  • Plum island There are quite a fun parking opportunities here and it's a nice beach so it's a good alternative. Bring some picnic and drinks.
  • Marblehead There are a few different beaches here so click on the link for a listing
  • Singing beach in Manchester-by-the-Sea. You can take the train here. It's about a 10 minute walk to the beach (there's an ice-cream place on the way!). Parking is very difficult and unless you are getting there really early, you may be out of luck. It is a very pretty beach and the town has cute restaurants and shop so it is a nice outing.
  • Revere beach Oldest public beach in America. Very close to boston, and you can reach it by taking the T. Take the Blue Line to Revere Beach or Wonderland Stations. Cross the street to the beach.
  • Pleasure bay near Castle Island in South Boston.
  • Nahant beach
  • Nantasket beach in Hull is fun and quite popular
  • Yirrell beach in Winthrop
  • Good harbor beach and Wingaersheek beach, Both in Gloucester
Cape Cod - lots of beaches here but I am not too familiar with them so if you have tips for public beaches, send me an email

✓ Why not try Water Country in New Hampshire? They have lots of water-rides ranging from gentler wave-pools to the "Double Dive Boggan".

Scuba diving
  • PG Dive Who knew you could dive in Boston in the middle of winter.... inside...

Winter activities

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Skiing and snowshoeing
You will find several places to go skiing around Boston, and north of Boston

Cross country skiing and snowshoeing at Weston ski track. Consistent snow conditions through snow making when there isn't enough natural snowfall. Over 15 km of trails.

Ski areas around New England:

Online guide to skiing in New England

Ice skating
Strap on those ice skates (or rent) and skate around for a bit (seasonal). Check the sites for season openings!

Snow mobiling
Where there´s snow, there´s snow mobiling. Best is to just search on the web for a place near where you will be. We have tried New Hampshire which works great for a day trip.