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Best Group Hikes on the South Shore

By Jen at South Shore Trails December 7, 2017

One of our favorite traditions is watching families and friends hike together. In the spirit of bonding walks, we’ve pulled together town by town suggestions to help you stretch your legs. All of these trails come with good parking and are dog-friendly. Bonus? We have specifically focused on hidden gems. While everyone is worried about parking at World's End or Norris Reservation, you’ll be catching up with friends and eating trail snacks.


Cohasset

Wheelright Park // large, wooded paths complete with 1930s skating pond

Whitney Thayer Woods // beautiful Trustees property connected to Wompatuck State Park


Hingham

Bare Cove Park // best parking option and best for strollers!

More-Brewer Park // dogs love it here! wooded trails great for a trail run.


Norwell

Stetson Meadows // great for toddlers and up who need to run. good views of the river and kayak access.

Jacobs Pond // beautiful pond views and well-maintained trails.


Scituate

Driftway // best sunset, dusk views. Perfect for taking your next family picture!

Bates Lane // lots of variety and dog-friendly.


Marshfield

Rexhame Beach // gorgeous and something for everyone. enjoy a walk along the marsh river or along the beach.

Nelson Forest // large, wide paths through a well-maintained forest


Duxbury

North Hill Marsh // views of a historic cranberry bog and lots of wooded trails.


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