Spacious, immaculate picnic grounds with large shaded tables by the water! Pack your own picnic lunch and refreshments, or visit their full-service snack bar. Video Game Arcade! Three 300' Waterslides! Unlimited Rides! Certified Lifeguards! Ample Free Parking! Lake swimming with sandy play areas for children. Plan your next company outing, family or "special" group outing at Breezy Picnic Grounds Waterslides; they will be happy to assist you with all the details. All-inclusive packages are available. Meal options, tent, sports, and more.
Outdoor Adventure
P.O. Box 295, Charlemont, MA 01339 413-625-2288
Family owned and operated since 1983. Crab Apple is the largest whitewater rafting outfitter in New England. They offer full-day and half-day adventures ranging from mild to wild. Experience and professionalism in running rivers in Western MA, Maine, and Vermont set them apart as the leader in whitewater trips. Enjoy their riverside base camps, friendly staff, and state-of-the-art equipment. Please call ahead for reservations and information.
145 Redstone Hill Rd, Sterling, MA 01564 978-422-6666
Davis Farmland is a seven generation family farm and is "home" to the largest sanctuary of endangered livestock in North America. Davis Farmland features developmentally appropriate play and learning for children ages 1-8. Children can enjoy pony rides, Safari Hayrides, or take part in daily and weekend events. This summer cool off in Adventure Play and Spray, New England's largest Water Spray-Ground. In the fall, visit the orchard and pick apples fresh from the trees! When visiting, adults must be accompanied by a child 12 years or younger. Hours and admission change with each season, please call ahead weather permitting. Across the street, Davis MEGA MAZE is the world's most complex cornfield adventure maze. This 3-D twister will turn you inside out, stir your senses and blow your mind. Three miles of winding pathways will put your navigational skills to the test. Once inside, you and your friends can explore the interactive fun areas. This maze features a new design and theme each year. It's the most fun you'll ever have getting lost. Please call ahead for opening date, hours, and admission rates, open weather permitting.
251 Causeway Street, Suite 900, Boston, MA 02114 617-626-1250
The MA Department of Conservation and Recreation is steward of one of the largest state parks systems in the country. Its 450,000 acres is made up of forests, parks, greenways, historic sites and landscapes, seashores, lakes, ponds, reservoirs and watersheds.
The DCR has a friendly website which offers info on:
Family Activities: Camping, Historic Sites, Educational/Interpretive Programs, Playgrounds, Picnicking, Group Day-use
Nature Activities: Bike Paths, Hiking, Nature Trails, Rock Climbing, Horseback Riding, Hunting, Mountain Biking, Scenic Viewing Area, Walking Trails
Active and Team Sports: Skating, Skiing, Off-Road Vehicles and ATV’s, Snowmobiling, Golfing, Running, Tennis, Athletic Fields
Water Related Sports: Swimming, Fishing, Boating, Sailing, Boat Ramps, Canoeing/Kayaking
287 Oak Street, Uxbridge, MA 01569 508-278-7604
River Bend Farm is a recreation area, Visitor's center with an interpretive history exhibition as well as a Heritage State Park, created out of the former Voss farm, and located at 287 Oak Street, Uxbridge which extends into Northbridge, Millville and Blackstone, too.
There are trails, picnic areas, canoe access, watchable wildlife, interpretive tours, special programs and even Sunday summer concerts. The Visitor Center is open daily during daylight hours offering tourism literature and often, a park ranger. There are very special events that take place at River Bend during the year, Maple sugaring in March, the Greenway Challenge, the Colonial Muster weekend in October and much more.
River Bend Farm is a great place to roam/kayak/hike and view the scenic confluence of the old Blackstone Canal, the old arch bridge, the Rice City Pond and the old Stanley Woolen Mill down the canal path.
499 Mountain Rd, Princeton, MA 01541 978-464-2300
Wachusett Mountain offers an expanded base lodge featuring Mountain Suites, new easy-to-ride carpet lifts, a total of 22 trails, and nearly 110 acres of terrain for all abilities. Night skiing daily till 10 pm; 100% snowmaking; Mountainside Ski Shop; demo center; full-service restaurant; cafeteria; plus rental shop and ski/snowboard school. Off-season, Wachusett hosts fun fall festivals and is ideal for corporate and private outings. Ski and stay packages available at the Wachusett Village Inn. Conveniently located in Princeton, just 20 minutes from Worcester. Take I-190 North to Exit 5, follow Route 140 North to ski area.
