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State park with 26 square miles of pitch pine and scrub oak forests, and dotted with kettle ponds. 13 miles of great hiking trails and 35 miles of equestrian trails. College Pond is a great place for a swim. Over 350 camping spots are scattered across five areas and available from mid April through mid October.
Myles Standish State Forest is a state forest located in the towns of Plymouth and Carver in southeastern Massachusetts, approximately 45 miles (72 km) south of Boston. It is the largest publicly owned recreation area in this part of Massachusetts and is managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation.
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This half-mile road was built in 1861 and was the first divided highway in America. Worth checking out if you're going to the Faire anyway.
The largest and longest-running Renaissance Faire in New England takes place each weekend in September and October, rain or shine. Explore fantasy themed grounds spread over 80 acres of woods. Yes ale is sold by the flagon and pairs nicely with the mutton. Many attendees dress to impress in their 16th century best. Select artisans may offer hand-made goods to the well-coined. If the jousting tournament isn't your thing, perhaps the fire-eaters will entertain you? Free parking.
This functioning heritage railroad is most popular for playing host to Thomasland. Featuring a life-size Thomas the Tank Engine, Tidmouth Sheds, and other Sodor-related ephemera. Dinoland is also a big draw for the kids; along with the Ferris wheel, bumper cars, food stalls, and dozens more of the carnival rides you'd expect. In addition the Cranberry Harvest festival is held here in early October, and the Christmas Light Festival from mid-November through December. Free parking.