Benjamin Smith Playground
Also known as Cripple Cove Landing. This small park sits at the waters edge in Cripple Cove. Swings, benchess and a large jungle gym will keep your youngster busy for at least an afternoon.
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Norwood Pond
Norwood Pond and the adjacent city-owned land are unique and exceptional natural resources located in an otherwise populated urban setting. The combination of forest, open water and variable topography create an unparalleled landscape for pond related, passive recreational activities.Norwood Pond is on the Norwood Pond River in Essex County, Massachusetts and is used for recreation purposes.
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Mount Ann Park
While this park is officially inaccessible according to the Trustees of the Reservations, there are trails and parking at the intersection of Route 128 and Route 133 that provide access to this area. It's a great place to explore, hike and climb. Adjacent to the Red Rocks Conservation Area, but separated by Route 128.
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Gordon Thomas Park
This small Park on the corner of Rogers and Parker Street has a few benches on which to sit and enjoy the view of the Head of the Harbor.
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Burke Playground
Burke Playground is mainly a grassy field with a baseball diamond in one corner. There is new playground equipment in the southwest corner of the field.
Boston Common and Boston Public Garden
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Pigeon Hill Park
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Park at Fort Point
This great little neighborhood park, is situated at on of the most picturesque spots in all of Gloucester. It offers fairly new playgorund equipment, out door basketball and baenches that line a walkway that runs along the waters edge. Sweeping views of outer Gloucester Harbor make this a great place to observe many kinds of boat traffic, Gloucester's Ten Pound Island and the mouth of the Annisquam River.
Pavilion Beach is a great family beach located directly next to this park. It's well maintained and a great safe place to take a swim - so don't forget the beach toys!
Powder House Hill
The image above is a painting of Manchester from Powder House Hill by Joshua Sheldon that hangs in the Manchester Public Library. Best access is on the eastern side of Pine Street in Manchester.
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Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Where: Halibut Point State Park
Friday, February 27
Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Where: Halibut Point State Park
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Saturday, February 28
Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Where: Halibut Point State Park
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday, March 1
Babson Farm Quarry Self-guided Walking Tour at Halibut Point
Where: Halibut Point State Park
7:00 am to 6:00 pm
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