Suffolk County, Massachusetts
1,505 hiking & walking trails · 15parks, recreation areas & campgrounds · 22 cities. Real OpenStreetMap + Recreation.gov data, with a free trail map for every listing.
About Hiking in Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Suffolk County is home to 1,505 mapped hiking trails and 15 federal parks, campgrounds, and recreation areas spread across 22 cities. Trail data is sourced from OpenStreetMap contributors; park and campground info comes from Recreation.gov.
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Trails & Parks in Suffolk County
Up to 215 pinpoints showing trail and park locations across the county.
Cities in Suffolk County
Click any city to see trails and parks within it.
Sample Parks in Suffolk County
Sample Trails in Suffolk County
Curated Guides for Suffolk County
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there hiking trails in Suffolk County, Massachusetts?
Yes — we have 1,505 mapped hiking and walking trails in Suffolk County, Massachusetts, sourced from OpenStreetMap. Browse the full list below, with distance, elevation, and difficulty for each.
What is the most difficult hiking trail in Suffolk County, Massachusetts?
Boston HarborWalk near Winthrop is rated hard — the toughest classification among Suffolk County, Massachusetts's mapped trails.
What is the best hiking trail in Suffolk County, Massachusetts for families?
9/11 Memorial near East Boston is one of the best family picks in Suffolk County, Massachusetts — easy difficulty, short enough for kids and first-timers. See the full family hiking guide below for more options.
Is there a trail map for Suffolk County, Massachusetts?
Each of the 1,505 trails in Suffolk County, Massachusetts has its own page with an interactive map, GPS coordinates, and a link to view it on OpenStreetMap — no app or account needed.
What parks and recreation areas are in Suffolk County, Massachusetts?
Suffolk County, Massachusetts has 15 parks, recreation areas, and federal facilities in our index (5 classified as recreation areas). Each listing includes activities, photos where available, and directions.
Can I go camping in Suffolk County, Massachusetts?
We don't show any campgrounds with mapped campsites in Suffolk County, Massachusetts right now — check the state level for more camping options nearby.
Where can I find hiking trails and parks near Suffolk County, Massachusetts?
Browse all hiking trails, walking trails, parks, and campgrounds across Massachusetts for more options beyond Suffolk County, Massachusetts.
Hiking guides for Massachusetts
Statewide rankings and guides — useful context for Suffolk County.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe 10 Longest Hiking Trails in Massachusetts, Ranked
Massachusetts's longest mapped hiking trails, ranked by distance with notes on what makes each route worth the commitment.
Photo: Tobias MrzykMassachusetts's 10 Most Punishing Trails by Elevation Gain
Steep is hard. These are the ten Massachusetts trails with the most total elevation gain — quad-burners earned by hard climbing.
Photo: Sergei AkulichThe Best Beginner-Friendly Hikes in Massachusetts
Ten gentle, well-marked Massachusetts trails perfect for first-time hikers, families, or recovery days.
Photo: Holly MandarichThe 10 Most Challenging Hikes in Massachusetts
Massachusetts's ten hardest hikes — expert difficulty, big mileage, or serious exposure. Reserved for experienced hikers.
Photo: Diego LozanoThe Best National Parks & Recreation Areas in Massachusetts
Federal parks and recreation areas in Massachusetts ranked by what they actually offer hikers and campers, not just popularity.
Photo: Tobias MrzykBest Waterfall Hikes in Massachusetts: 10 Trails to See Falls Up Close
Massachusetts's best hikes to named waterfalls — from short family-friendly viewpoints to all-day cascade chasing.