Hiking Near Boston

Best National Parks for Hiking Near Boston, MA

National parks near Boston, MA ranked by hiking quality, with drive times and distances.

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Weekend Getaway (2.5 to 5 hours)

Hiking tracks carved through three feet of snow wind through a heavy snow-laden forest.

Acadia

ME

Very Crowded

260 mi -- about 4.7 hr drive

Extended Drive (5+ hours)

A man stands with his back facing us, looking at a waterfall.

Shenandoah

VA

Comfortable

614 mi -- about 11.2 hr drive

Two people stand at the edge of a gray rock cliff; in the distance, sunset and trees in fall colors.

Cuyahoga Valley

OH

Moderate Crowds

710 mi -- about 12.9 hr drive