Picnics are great fun for the whole family, and there are plenty of scenic options in the Boston area, such as parks and beaches. If you don’t require any facilities, there are numerous possibilities.


However, the picnic areas listed here generally have basic facilities such as picnic tables, grill areas, bathrooms, and more. Many picnic areas are in state parks with attractive surroundings such as beaches and ponds, and many offer great activities such as swimming, fishing, hiking, biking, and camping.


When picnicking, make sure you observe all the park rules and any restrictions on open fires and grills. Be safe, and enjoy!

 

 

Ames Nowell State ParkAbingtonFreeFacilities: Ball field, Grilling, Pavilion, Picnic area, Restrooms
Activities: Canoeing and kayaking Boating (non-motorized) Fishing Horseback riding Mountain biking Cross-country skiing Hiking
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: Linwood St., Abington, MA 02351
Ashland State ParkAshlandFreeFacilities: Boat ramp, Picnic areas, Restrooms, Grilling
Activities: Hiking, Biking, Mountain biking, Boating (motorized), Boating (non-motorized), Canoeing and kayaking, Fishing, Cross-country skiing, Swimming
Accessibility: Accessible trail, Beach wheelchair available, Picnicking, Restrooms
Address: 156 West Union St, Ashland, MA 01721
Freetown-Fall River State ForestAssonetFreeFacilities: Athletic fields, Grilling, Pavilion, Picnic area, Restrooms, Scenic viewing area, Splash pad, Wading pool
Activities: Hiking Mountain biking Horseback riding Cross-country skiing Biking Swimming Fishing Hunting
Accessibility: Accessible restrooms
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: 110 Slab Bridge Road, Assonet, MA 02702
George I. Spatcher Memorial PoolAttleboroFreeFacilities: Lifeguard on duty, Picnic tables, Pool, Restrooms, Shaded chairs
Accessibility: Outdoor swimming pool lift is available.
Hours: 11:00am - 6:00pm daily - close at 4:00pm on July 3 and 4.
Address: 79 North Ave., Attleboro, MA 02703
Beaver Brook Spray DeckBelmontFreeFacilities: Benches, Picnic area, Playground, Spray deck
Accessibility: Beach wheelchair available
Hours: 5/27/2023 - 9/17/2023, Hours 8:00am - 8:00pm
Address: 621 Trapelo Road, Belmont, MA 02478
Beaver Brook ReservationBelmontFreeFacilities: Athletic fields, Basketball, Tennis, Educational programs, Picnic areas, Playgrounds, Restrooms, Spray decks & wading pools, Read about grilling in state parks
Activities: Biking Fishing Hiking Mountain biking
Accessibility: Picnicking Restrooms
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Address: 66 Mill St., Belmont, MA 02478
Pope John Paul II Park ReservationBostonFreeFacilities: Athletic fields, Soccer, Picnic areas, Playground, Restrooms
Activities: Hiking Fishing Bird watching
Accessibility: Hiking Paved Picnicking
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Address: Hallet Street, Boston, MA 02124
Francis D. Martini Memorial Shell Park and Moynihan Recreation AreaBostonFreeFacilities: Amphitheater, Athletic fields, Ball courts, Boat ramp, Paved bike paths, Picnic area, Playground, Scenic viewing area, Spray deck
Activities: Tennis Baseball Basketball Canoeing and kayaking Biking Concerts
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: 1015 Truman Parkway, Boston, MA 02136
Constitution Beach ParkBostonFreeFacilities: Athletic fields, Basketball courts, Bathhouse, Concession stand, Picnic area, Playground, Restrooms
Activities: Baseball Tennis , Educational programs, Fishing, Swimming
Accessibility: Accessible bathhouse, Accessible picnicking, Beach mat, Beach wheelchair available,
Address: 799 Bennington St, Boston, MA 02128
Charles River ReservationBostonFreeFacilities: Athletic fields, Baseball/softball, Basketball, Football, Tennis, Boat ramp, Paved bike paths, Playground, Picnic area, Charles River Basin public moorings, Skating rink, Spray decks and wading pools, Weddings
Activities: Hiking Biking Baseball Basketball Tennis Football Boating (non-motorized) Canoeing and kayaking Fishing Ice skating Cross-country skiing Sailing Rowing Swimming Educational programs
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: 1175A Soldiers Field Road, Boston, MA 02116
Castle IslandBostonFreeFacilities: Boardwalk, First aid station, Lifeguard station, Picnic areas (grilling allowed), Playground, Restrooms, Rinsing showers, Scenic overlook
Activities: Biking, Educational programs, Fishing, Running and walking, Swimming
Accessibility: Accessible picnicking at Carson Beach, Accessible restrooms at Castle Island and Carson Beach, Accessible trail around Pleasure Bay, Beach mat at Carson Beach, Beach wheelchairs available at Carson, Beach and Pleasure Bay
Address: 2010 Day Blvd., Boston, MA 02127
Boston Harbor IslandsBostonFreeFacilities: Grills, Group/private event use, Pavilion, Picnic area, Playground, Restrooms - on Georges, Peddocks and Spectacle Islands ONLY, Visitors center
Activities: Hiking, Boating (non-motorized), Canoeing and kayaking, Swimming, Fishing, Educational programs
Accessibility: Accessible trail on Spectacle Island, Beach wheelchair available on Spectacle Island
Address: Boston Harbor Islands, Boston, MA 02110
Myles Standish State ForestCarverFreeFacilities: Boat ramp, Grills, Pavilion, Picnic areas, Restrooms, Showers, Trailer/R.V. dumping, Visitors center, Weddings
Activities: Biking, Boating (non-motorized), Camping, Canoeing and kayaking, Cross-country skiing, Educational programs, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback riding, Hunting, Sailing, Snowmobiling, Swimming
Accessibility: Accessible camping, Accessible fishing with beach mat at Fearing Pond, Accessible restrooms, Beach wheelchairs available (please note that College Pond restrooms are not accessible)
Address: 194 Cranberry Rd., Carver, MA 02330
Walden Pond State ReservationConcordFree (Parking Fee)Facilities: Boat ramp, Picnic areas, Restrooms, Visitors center
Address: 915 Walden St., Concord, MA 01742
Demarest Lloyd State ParkDartmouthFreeFacilities: Boat ramp, Picnic area, Restrooms, Scenic viewing area, Showers
Activities: Hiking Canoeing and kayaking Fishing Swimming
Accessibility: Beach mat provided, Beach wheelchairs available
Address: 115 Barneys Joy Road, Dartmouth, MA 02748
Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research ReserveEast FalmouthFreeFacilities: Educational programs, Picnic areas, Restrooms, Scenic views, Visitor center
Activities: Camping Hunting Fishing Canoeing and kayaking
Accessibility: Restrooms
Hours: Visitor Center, Call for hours
Address: 131 Waquoit, East Falmouth, MA 02536
Fort Phoenix State ReservationFairhavenFreeFacilities: Basketball court, Pavilion, Picnic area, Playground, Restrooms, Scenic viewing area, Showers, Tennis court, Grills
Activities: Basketball, Swimming, Tennis, Running and walking
Accessibility: Boardwalk and beach mat provided, Beach wheelchairs available, Accessible picnicking, Accessible restrooms
Address: Green Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719
F. Gilbert Hills State ForestFoxboroughFreeFacilities: Grills, Picnic areas, Restrooms, Scenic views
Activities: Hiking Horseback riding Biking Mountain biking Canoeing and kayaking Fishing Hunting Cross-country skiing Snowmobiling
Accessibility: Restrooms
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Address: 45 Mill Street, Foxborough, MA 02035
Stodder's Neck & Abigail Adams ParkHinghamFreeFacilities: Scenic views, Picnic areas
Activities: Running and walking Fishing
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Address: 457 Lincoln St., Hingham, MA 02043
Wompatuck State ParkHinghamFreeFacilities: Boat launch, Paved bike paths, Picnic areas, Restrooms, Showers, Trailer/R.V. dumping, Trailer/R.V. hookup, Visitors Center
Activities: Biking Camping Cross-country skiing Educational programs Hiking Horseback riding Hunting Mountain biking Boating (non-motorized) Snowmobiling
Accessibility: Accessible camping Site E009 and Site Y003 are accessible Includes level, packed-surface campsite, pedestal grill, accessible picnic table Accessible restrooms Accessible trails Wompatuck trail, 1.25 miles
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: 204 Union St., Hingham, MA 02043
Hopkinton State ParkHopkintonFreeFacilities: Boathouse, Boat ramp (car top), Grills, Pavilions , Picnic areas, Restrooms
Activities: Boating (non-motorized), Sailing, Canoeing and kayaking, Swimming, Cross-country skiing, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Snowmobiling
Accessibility: Beach wheelchairs available, Fishing, Restrooms
Address: 164 Cedar St., Hopkinton, MA 01748
Fort Revere ParkHullFreeFacilities: Grills, Picnic area, Scenic viewing area
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: 60 Farina Road, Hull, MA 02045
Stony Brook ReservationHyde ParkFreeFacilities: Athletic fields, Bandstand, Bathhouses, Boat ramp, First-aid station, Grills, Ice skating rink, Playground, Picnic area, Restrooms, Spray deck, Tennis court, Wading pool, Swimming pool
Activities: Baseball Biking Canoeing and kayaking Cross-country skiing Educational programs Fishing Hiking Horseback riding Ice skating Mountain biking Swimming Tennis Soccer
Accessibility: Accessible fishing Accessible playground Accessible restrooms
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: 95 Turtle Pond Parkway, Hyde Park, MA 02136
Lawrence Heritage State ParkLawrenceFreeFacilities: Athletic fields, Ball courts, Picnic area, Playground, Restrooms, Scenic viewing area, Visitors Center and museum
Activities: Educational programs Boating (non-motorized) Canoeing and kayaking Hiking Fishing
Accessibility: Accessible boating Accessible restrooms
Hours: Visitor Center, Sunday - Saturday:, 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Address: 1 Jackson St., Lawrence, MA 01840
Raymond Lord Memorial Swimming PoolLowellFreeFacilities: Lifeguard on duty, Lockers, Picnic tables, Pool, Restrooms, Showers
Accessibility: Outdoor swimming pool lift is available.
Hours: Swimming Pool open 6/25/2022
Address: 81 Cross St., Lowell, MA 01854
Lowell Heritage State ParkLowellFreeFacilities: Boat ramp, Paved bike path, Picnic area, Restrooms, Scenic viewing area, Visitors Center
Activities: Biking Boating (non-motorized) Boating (motorized) Canoeing and kayaking Fishing Hiking Educational programs
Accessibility: Accessible restrooms Accessible canoeing & kayaking
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: 160 Pawtucket Boulevard, Lowell, MA 01854
Houghton's Pond Recreation AreaMiltonFreeFacilities: Ball fields, Boardwalk, Concession stand, First-aid station, Lifeguards, Picnic area, Grills - Bring propane grills/no charcoal in designated areas, Playground, Restrooms, Showers, Visitors center
Activities: Baseball, Cross-country skiing, Educational programs, Fishing, Hiking, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Swimming
Accessibility: Accessible interpretive boardwalk, Accessible restrooms, Beach mat, Beach wheelchairs available
Address: 840 Hillside St., Milton, MA 02186
Blue Hills ReservationMiltonFreeFacilities: Athletic fields, Educational programs, Grills, Historic sites, Lifeguard, Museum, Observatory, Pavilion , Picnic areas, Restrooms, Science center, Visitor center
Activities: Hiking Mountain biking Horseback riding Camping Swimming Boating (non-motorized) Canoeing and kayaking Golfing Cross-country skiing Downhill skiing Rock climbing
Accessibility: Hiking Paved trails Picnicking Restroom Swimming Visitor center
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Address: 725 Hillside ., Milton, MA 02186
Lynn Shore & Nahant Beach ReservationNahantFreeFacilities: Athletic fields, Bandstand, Boat ramps, First aid station, Picnic area, Restrooms, Scenic viewing area, Showers, Playground, Visitors center
Activities: Tennis, Baseball, Soccer, Running and walking, Biking, Boating (non-motorized), Boating (motorized), Canoeing and kayaking, Hiking, Educational programs, Swimming
Accessibility: Accessible causeway, Accessible picnicking, Accessible restrooms, Beach mat, Beach wheelchairs available
Address: 1 Nahant Road, Nahant, MA 01908
Cochituate State ParkNatickFreeFacilities: Boat ramp, Boat rentals
Activities: Hiking Fishing, Swimming, Boating (non-motorized), Canoeing and kayaking, Sailing, Cross-country skiing
Accessibility: Accessible restrooms, Accessible dock and observation area Beach wheelchairs available<,
Address: 43 Commonwealth Road, Natick, MA 01760
Maudslay State ParkNewburyportFreeFacilities: Group day use, Picnic areas - Open, Restrooms - Open, Visitors Center
Activities: Hiking Biking Mountain biking Cross-country skiing Horseback riding Educational programs
Accessibility: Accessible restrooms Beach wheelchair available for use on trails
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: 74 Curzon Mill Road, Newburyport, MA 01950
Harold Parker State ForestNorth AndoverFreeFacilities: Pavilion, Picnic areas, Playground, Restrooms, Showers, Trailer/R.V. dumping
Activities: Hiking, Camping, Canoeing and kayaking, Fishing, Hunting, Horseback riding, Mountain biking, Biking, Ice skating, Cross-country skiing, Educational programs, Boating (non-motorized),f Swimming
Accessibility: Accessible camping, Accessible picnicking, Accessible restrooms, Accessible trail, Beach wheelchairs available
Address: 305 Middleton Road, North Andover, MA 01845
Borderland State ParkNorth EastonFreeFacilities: Group day use, Guided tours, Picnic areas, Visitors center, Weddings, Disc golf course, All Activities, Hiking, Mountain biking, Canoeing and kayaking - bring your own, Grilling - propane only – bring your own, Disc golf, Fishing, Boating (non-motorized), Cross-country skiing, Horseback riding - bring your own, Tennis, Educational programs
Accessibility: Accessible restrooms Accessible visitors center Accessible educational programs Beach wheelchair available for use on trails
Hours: Sunday - Saturday:, 8:00 am-8:00 pm
Address: 259 Massapoag Ave., North Easton, MA 02356
Webb Memorial State ParkNorth WeymouthFreeFacilities: Educational programs, Grills, Picnic areas, Scenic views, Restrooms, Pavilion
Activities: Canoeing and kayaking Cross-country skiing Fishing Hiking
Accessibility: Hiking Sand dust, 1 mile loop Restrooms
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Address: 371 River St., North Weymouth, MA 02191
Quincy Shores ReservationQuincyFreeFacilities: Bathhouse, Boat ramp (car top), Picnic areas, Playgrounds, Weddings
Activities: Biking Canoeing and kayaking Fishing Hiking Swimming Educational programs
Accessibility: Beach wheelchairs available at Wollaston Beach
Hours: Dawn to dusk, Lifeguard services 6/18 - 8/21/2022
Address: Quincy Shore Drive, Quincy, MA 02170
Quincy Quarries ReservationQuincyFreeFacilities: Educational programs, Picnic areas, Scenic views
Activities: Hiking
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Address: Quincy Quarries, Quincy, MA 02169
Halibut Point State ParkRockportFreeFacilities: Picnic areas, Restrooms, Visitor Center, Activities, Hiking, Fishing, Bird Watching, Picnicking, Scenic Viewing, Educational Programs
Accessibility: Educational programs Hiking Graded Visitors Center
Hours: 8:00 am to sunset
Address: 4 Gott Avenue, Rockport, MA 01966
Scusset Beach State ReservationSagamoreFreeFacilities: Lifeguard, Picnic areas, Restrooms, Showers, Nature Center, , Trailer / R.V. Water and Electric Hookups
Activities: Camping, Fishing, Hiking, Swimming, Educational programs, Hunting
Accessibility: Accessible camping, Accessible educational programs, Accessible fishing, Accessible trail, Accessible picnic areas Accessible restrooms Boardwalk and beach mat Beach wheelchairs available
Hours: Dawn to dusk
Address: 20 Scusset Beach Road, Sagamore, MA 02562
Salisbury Beach State ReservationSalisburyFreeFacilities: Boardwalk, Picnic area, Boat ramp, Grilling, Pavilion, Playground, Restrooms, Scenic viewing areas, Showers, Trailer/R.V. dumping, Trailer/R.V. hookup, Weddings
Activities: Boating (motorized), Boating (non-motorized), Educational programs, Camping, Canoeing and kayaking, Fishing, Horseback riding, Swimming
Accessibility: Accessible camping, Accessible educational programs, Accessible restrooms, Accessible nature center Beach mat, Beach wheelchairs available
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: State Reservation Road , Salisbury, MA 01952
Shawme-Crowell State ForestSandwichFreeFacilities: Basketball courts, Grills, Playground, Pavilion, Picnic areas, Restrooms, Showers, Trailer / R.V. Dumping, Nature Center, Weddings
Activities: Camping Hiking Horseback riding
Accessibility: Camping Parking Restrooms
Hours: Dawn to dusk, Campground office, Sunday - Saturday:, 8:00 am-10:00 pm
Address: 42 Main St., Sandwich, MA 02563
Breakheart ReservationSaugusFreeFacilities: Barking Lot – fenced off leash dog area, Grilling - - no charcoal grills, propane only, First aid, Pavilion, Playground, Picnic areas, Restrooms, Visitors Center, Weddings
Activities: Hiking, Biking, Horseback riding, Swimming, Fishing, Cross-country skiing, Educational programs
Accessibility: Accessible education programs, Accessible picnicking, Accessible restrooms, Accessible visitors center, Beach wheelchair available, Paved walking trails
Address: 177 Forest St., Saugus, MA 01906
Middlesex Fells ReservationStonehamFreeFacilities: Athletic fields, Dog park , Observation tower, Picnic area, Playground, Visitors center, Weddings
Activities: Biking Canoeing and kayaking Cross-country skiing Educational programs Fishing Hiking Horseback riding Mountain biking Sailing
Accessibility: Accessible boating Accessible fishing piers and platforms Accessible hiking
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: 4 Woodland Road, Stoneham, MA 02180
Watson Pond State ParkTauntonFreeFacilities: Pavilion, Picnic areas, Grills, Weddings, Playground
Activities: Canoeing and kayaking, Fishing, Swimming
Accessibility: Accessible restrooms, Beach wheelchair available
Address: 1644 Bay St., Taunton, MA 02780
Bradley Palmer State ParkTopsfieldFreeFacilities: Educational programs, Pavilion , Picnic areas, Restrooms, Spray deck, Weddings, Grills
Activities: Hiking Mountain biking Biking Canoeing and kayaking Horseback riding Fishing Cross-country skiing Snowmobiling
Accessibility: Accessible trail Beach wheelchair available
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: 40 Asbury St, Topsfield, MA 01983
Elm Bank ReservationWellesleyFreeFacilities: Boat ramp, Museum , Picnic area
Activities: Canoeing and kayaking Fishing Hiking
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Address: 900 Washington St., Wellesley, MA 02482
Horseneck Beach State ReservationWestportFreeFacilities: Boat ramp, Dishwashing station, Dumpsters, Picnic areas, Playground, Showers, Trailer/R.V. dumping
Activities: Camping, Swimming, Fishing, Sailing, Boating (non-motorized), Boating (motorized), Biking, Basketball, Bird watching
Accessibility: Beach mat provided, Beach wheelchairs available, Accessible camping, Accessible picnicking, Accessible restrooms, Accessible trails
Hours: Sunrise to sunset, Beach hours, Sunday - Saturday:, 8:00 am-8:00 pm
Address: 5 John Reed Road, Westport, MA 02791