Itineraries

During the summer the parking lot fills up quickly. Check Walden’s Twitter page for parking lot updates @waldenpondstate. Walden Pond boasts a variety of recreational activities and hiking trails to Thoreau’s historic house site. Pets are not permitted. Parking fee charged. All organized groups must make a reservation in advance.

If you are a nature lover visit the Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. It is an excellent place to take a walk, observe wildlife, and study nature. Over 220 species of birds have been recorded at Great Meadows. You can add your observations to the board at the entrance. Please note, no dogs or bikes are allowed within the refuge. Restrooms are available. Walking trails and wildlife observation tower. Pets and bicycles are not allowed. Restrooms available. $4 entrance fee or Free with America the Beautiful pass

Stroll through history at Minuteman National Historic Park. Visit the Old North Bridge, walk in the footsteps of the Minute Men on Battle Road, or learn about some of Concord’s literary history at the Wayside. The North Bridge, Minute Man Statue, grave of British Soldiers and monuments, marks “the shot heard round the world.” Check visitor center or web-site for the ranger talk schedule.

Enjoy the climbing structures, swings, slides, sand area, picnic tables, seasonal splash pad, and large open space at Emerson Playground. Bathrooms are available in the Hunt Center. There is ample free parking along Stow Street. 90 Stow Street

Explore Concord’s three rivers. Bring your own canoe or kayak or rent one from South Bridge Boathouse from April 1 - November 1.  Note - motorized vessels are not allowed.

There are 17 different walking trails of Concord. Check out links below to download any or stop by the Concord Visitor Center to pick one up https://concordma.gov/734/Trail-Maps-Guides