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Massachusetts Camping | Off The Beaten Path

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Off The Beaten Path | Massachusetts


Massachusetts is a beautiful state filled with excellent destinations that visitors won't want to miss. Some of these destinations like the Freedom Trail in Boston and Walden Pond State Reservation are muse see destinations visited by thousands every year. Other destinations are equally fascinating, but perhaps see few visitors annually. Here are a few of Massachusetts more off the beaten path must see destinations.

Cranberry Bog Tour

The unique geological forces that created the conditions of the land in Massachusetts created the perfect conditions for growing cranberries. Today cranberries are the biggest crop industry in Massachusetts, and visitors can find different farms that provide tours of their cranberry bogs. The growing and harvesting of cranberries is a fascinating process, and taking a farm tour of a cranberry bog is a great way to learn about an important piece of Massachusetts agriculture.

Mohawk Trail

Taking a driving tour or just exploring the Mohawk Trail is a great way to experience all that the Berkshires have to offer. The Mohawk Trail started as a significant travel path for the native peoples of New England, now it is one of the oldest designated scenic routes in the country. Visitors can take a driving tour on the Mohawk Trial Scenic Byway, along this route they can explore Mohawk Trail State Forest, Mt. Greylock and the Bridge of Flowers.

Mount Greylock State Reservation

Mount Greylock is the highest point in Massachusetts, and Mount Greylock State Reservation is a great place to enjoy some recreation and sightseeing in the beautiful Berkshires. This area is very accessible and it has some great recreational opportunities. There are plenty of hiking trails to enjoy, it is a great spot to enjoy some camping and backpacking. Mount Greylock State Reservation is also a good spot to enjoy some winter recreation.

Museum of Science

Boston is filled with fascinating sites, culture and history. One great place to enjoy a day of exploration in Boston is the Museum of Science. This museum has a long history of bringing the world of science to people and it is filled with fun and interesting exhibits for the whole family to explore. Visitors can enjoy IMAX and 3-D presentations about all different types of science topics, including The World of Sharks. The Museum of Science also has a planetarium, live presentations, live animal presentations, simulators and more.

Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

This National Historic Site provides visitors with a fascinating view into life during the 1600s in this region. Visitors can take tours of the reconstructed industrial site as well as the iron works, and learn all about how iron was produced at this site. During a guided tour visitors also learn about the archeological dig that uncovered the site as well as the reconstruction of the site. Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site also has a museum and an orientation video for visitors, and tours may also include operating waterwheels and blacksmithing.

Springfield Armory National Historic Site

Visitors to this site will learn about the important role that Springfield Armory played in the military and industrial history of the country. Springfield Armory also has the largest collection of historic firearms in the world. In addition to learning about American history and seeing the firearms collection visitors can take self-guied or ranger guided tours of the grounds and buildings.

Tanglewood Music Center and the Boston Symphony Orchestra

Each summer at the Tanglewood Music Center in Lenox there is an amazing music festival. Tanglewood Music Center is the summer venue for the Boston Symphony Orchestra and they as well as others put on amazing performances. The summer schedule is packed with amazing performances from late June through August.. This is one festival that visitors to Massachusetts and the Berkshires won't want to miss.

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