This may be a little too far away for most Bostonians but I grew up in Milford, NH and there is a beautiful trail along an old abandoned railroad bed just South of Milford. It is located within an hour of Boston and has a very secluded feel although has easy access to highway 13.

It’s called the rail-trail and has an extensive history of both granite and ice– yes shipping ice from a local pond in the pre-freezer days!

I grew up exploring the woods of Conifers and water falls, deer, beavers, bears and who knows what else out there on a three-wheeler. Yes, I’m lucky to still be alive. Fortunately– no-motorized vehicles are allowed anymore. Here’s the link for more info: http://conservation.milfordnh.info/RRTrail.html