From its deep-rooted history that lets you pick fresh from the tree to its iconic, picturesque hiking trails, North Central Massachusetts combines unique traditions, charm, and family-forward fun that’s just waiting to be explored. Conveniently situated close to the popular cities of Boston, Providence, and Worcester, the North Central Massachusetts region offers a variety of activities the whole family will enjoy.
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North Central Massachusetts:
By StoryStudio on July 31, 2023 8:52AM
We're easy to reach from all directions.
Anchored by Massachusetts’s iconic Route 2 corridor, North Central MA is easy to reach from all directions. Truly a four-seasons “playground” for the whole family, North Central Massachusetts boasts different lodging options for those who want to stay over, but it’s also within an hour’s drive from most metro areas, making it a convenient day trip destination for those looking for a little summer or fall adventure. Whether you’re traveling from outside of the Bay State, already visiting the Commonwealth or a local resident, the “Spirit of America” is waiting for you in North Central Massachusetts where your fun factor is limited only by your imagination.
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To help make your North Central Massachusetts adventure visit easy and fun for the whole family, explore our interactive map that highlights some of the above activities. From mapping out a “beer run,” brewery tours, fruit farms, and ice cream stands, planning your ultimate family or couples’ trip is as easy as point and click! It all adds up to an easy drive from the Boston, Providence, or Worcester areas to experience first-hand why North Central Massachusetts should be on your list of “must see” visits in New England this summer and fall.
As the birthplace of John Chapman—better known as Johnny Appleseed, North Central Massachusetts boasts dozens orchards and farms – the biggest collection of home-grown goodness in the state. You can enjoy fresh apples, warm cider donuts and year-round fresh apple cider. To satisfy your sweet tooth, consider ordering a serving of hot apple dumplings with ice cream. From Bolton Orchards to Wildwood Farm, you’re bound to agree with us when we say, “How ’bout them apples!” You can even pick your own apples, raspberries, blueberries, and other fresh fruit at many farms and orchards, such as Red Apple Farm, Carlson Orchards and Sholan Farms. If it’s dairy-fresh ice cream you’re craving, plan to visit Cherry Hill Ice Cream, or several others, or pay a visit to Kimball Farm, where you can catch hundreds of classic cars during Friday Cruise Night. In addition to homemade ice cream, several farms and dairies feature live animal displays, hayrides, kid-friendly playgrounds and activities, delicious delis, unique gift shops, original apparel, and more.
Looking for your favorite music mix or a taste of live theater? Take in a world-class performer at the Groton Hill Music Center venue nestled in the scenic town of Groton. On Friday evenings, there’s Finnish folk dancing with the Revontulet Folk Dancers at the Finnish Center at Saima Park in Fitchburg and the Mill Street Music Series on Saturday evenings. A-list concerts are held at the Amphitheater in Winchendon Community Park, band shows at Monument Park in Gardner, and much, much more!
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Pick apples in Johnny Appleseed country.
Day trips, overnights, and culinary delights to please your palate.
For overnight stays, country inns like the Groton Inn and traditional family-friendly hotels like the Great Wolf Lodge, the Doubletree Hotel, or the Chocksett Inn are a fit for families and groups alike. For those in search of a scenic overnight, you’ll find campgrounds situated on the shores of freshwater lakes and rivers.
To satisfy your taste buds, the region features a buffet of culinary delights. From fresh, locally sourced, farm-to-table ingredients to historic taverns along 1800s stagecoach routes to bistros and brew houses, North Central Massachusetts has a variety of food and beverage choices that promise to impress. If a cold brew is your pleasure, North Central MA won’t disappoint with local craft breweries and brew yards. Wachusett Brewery, Moon Hill Brewing, and Thirsty Robot are just a few of the many places where cracking open a cold one is second nature.
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Check out our new, interactive map for the latest and greatest summer activities.
An outdoor recreation paradise in every season.
As a go-to destination within Massachusetts, the North Central region is home to an array of recreational activities, scenic beauty, lodging and dining options, unique attractions, entertainment, and so much more. It all adds up to creating unforgettable experiences for families, couples, or anyone who wants to explore unique history and culture unlike anywhere else. Looking to quench your wanderlust? Just check out our list of hiking and running trails, meadows, and rail trails, all of which are at their very best throughout the summer and fall months. Anchored by the famed Wachusett Mountain State Reservation and Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, North Central MA is a hikers dream with scenic 360-degree views from the summit. There’s also Mount Watatic, Leominster State Forest, plus Royalston Falls with its deep, ancient gorge, and the recently completed Twin Cities Rail Trail offering a mix of urban and forested adventure. If water sports are on your bucket list, Paradise Pond or Comet Pond offer lake swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. In addition, North Central Massachusetts offers road and mountain biking galore as well as a variety of other popular outdoor activities—and they’re all within a short drive from the Boston/Worcester area.
Bring the kids for tons of family fun!
Davis Farmland or Great Wolf New England may be the best-known family attractions in the region, but there’s plenty more where that came from. Families can enjoy a visit to the town of Sterling, birthplace of Mary Sawyer’s lamb (hint: the inspiration for the classic children’s poem “Mary Had a Little Lamb.” Mom or Dad can even melt their stress away with a yoga session at In The Meadow Farm or Plain View Farm, where authentic, artisan-inspired items are made from alpaca fiber. Exploring on horseback is another fantastic family activity, with first-class stables and instruction available at both Cornerstone Ranch and Wildwood Farm.
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To help make your North Central Massachusetts adventure visit easy and fun for the whole family, explore our interactive map that highlights some of the above activities. From mapping out a “beer run,” brewery tours, fruit farms, and ice cream stands, planning your ultimate family or couples’ trip is as easy as point and click! It all adds up to an easy drive from the Boston, Providence, or Worcester areas to experience first-hand why North Central Massachusetts should be on your list of “must see” visits in New England this summer and fall.
Watch the stars shine and listen to the music play.
Check out our new, interactive map for the latest and greatest summer activities.
Day trips, overnights, and culinary delights to please your palate.
Bring the kids for tons of family fun!
We're easy to reach from all directions.
An outdoor recreation paradise in every season.
Pick apples in Johnny Appleseed country.
From its deep-rooted history that lets you pick fresh from the tree to its iconic, picturesque hiking trails, North Central Massachusetts combines unique traditions, charm, and family-forward fun that’s just waiting to be explored. Conveniently situated close to the popular cities of Boston, Providence, and Worcester, the North Central Massachusetts region offers a variety of activities the whole family will enjoy.
Anchored by Massachusetts’s iconic Route 2 corridor, North Central MA is easy to reach from all directions. Truly a four-seasons “playground” for the whole family, North Central Massachusetts boasts different lodging options for those who want to stay over, but it’s also within an hour’s drive from most metro areas, making it a convenient day trip destination for those looking for a little summer or fall adventure. Whether you’re traveling from outside of the Bay State, already visiting the Commonwealth or a local resident, the “Spirit of America” is waiting for you in North Central Massachusetts where your fun factor is limited only by your imagination.
As a go-to destination within Massachusetts, the North Central region is home to an array of recreational activities, scenic beauty, lodging and dining options, unique attractions, entertainment, and so much more. It all adds up to creating unforgettable experiences for families, couples, or anyone who wants to explore unique history and culture unlike anywhere else. Looking to quench your wanderlust? Just check out our list of hiking and running trails, meadows, and rail trails, all of which are at their very best throughout the summer and fall months. Anchored by the famed Wachusett Mountain State Reservation and Wachusett Mountain Ski Area, North Central MA is a hikers dream with scenic 360-degree views from the summit. There’s also Mount Watatic, Leominster State Forest, plus Royalston Falls with its deep, ancient gorge, and the recently completed Twin Cities Rail Trail offering a mix of urban and forested adventure. If water sports are on your bucket list, Paradise Pond or Comet Pond offer lake swimming, canoeing, kayaking, and fishing. In addition, North Central Massachusetts offers road and mountain biking galore as well as a variety of other popular outdoor activities—and they’re all within a short drive from the Boston/Worcester area.
As the birthplace of John Chapman—better known as Johnny Appleseed, North Central Massachusetts boasts dozens orchards and farms – the biggest collection of home-grown goodness in the state. You can enjoy fresh apples, warm cider donuts and year-round fresh apple cider. To satisfy your sweet tooth, consider ordering a serving of hot apple dumplings with ice cream. From Bolton Orchards to Wildwood Farm, you’re bound to agree with us when we say, “How ’bout them apples!” You can even pick your own apples, raspberries, blueberries, and other fresh fruit at many farms and orchards, such as Red Apple Farm, Carlson Orchards and Sholan Farms. If it’s dairy-fresh ice cream you’re craving, plan to visit Cherry Hill Ice Cream, or several others, or pay a visit to Kimball Farm, where you can catch hundreds of classic cars during Friday Cruise Night. In addition to homemade ice cream, several farms and dairies feature live animal displays, hayrides, kid-friendly playgrounds and activities, delicious delis, unique gift shops, original apparel, and more.
Looking for your favorite music mix or a taste of live theater? Take in a world-class performer at the Groton Hill Music Center venue nestled in the scenic town of Groton. On Friday evenings, there’s Finnish folk dancing with the Revontulet Folk Dancers at the Finnish Center at Saima Park in Fitchburg and the Mill Street Music Series on Saturday evenings. A-list concerts are held at the Amphitheater in Winchendon Community Park, band shows at Monument Park in Gardner, and much, much more!
For overnight stays, country inns like the Groton Inn and traditional family-friendly hotels like the Great Wolf Lodge, the Doubletree Hotel, or the Chocksett Inn are a fit for families and groups alike. For those in search of a scenic overnight, you’ll find campgrounds situated on the shores of freshwater lakes and rivers.
To satisfy your taste buds, the region features a buffet of culinary delights. From fresh, locally sourced, farm-to-table ingredients to historic taverns along 1800s stagecoach routes to bistros and brew houses, North Central Massachusetts has a variety of food and beverage choices that promise to impress. If a cold brew is your pleasure, North Central MA won’t disappoint with local craft breweries and brew yards. Wachusett Brewery, Moon Hill Brewing, and Thirsty Robot are just a few of the many places where cracking open a cold one is second nature.
Davis Farmland or Great Wolf New England may be the best-known family attractions in the region, but there’s plenty more where that came from. Families can enjoy a visit to the town of Sterling, birthplace of Mary Sawyer’s lamb (hint: the inspiration for the classic children’s poem “Mary Had a Little Lamb.” Mom or Dad can even melt their stress away with a yoga session at In The Meadow Farm or Plain View Farm, where authentic, artisan-inspired items are made from alpaca fiber. Exploring on horseback is another fantastic family activity, with first-class stables and instruction available at both Cornerstone Ranch and Wildwood Farm.
By StoryStudio on July 31, 2023 8:52AM
Leominster State Forest
Hollis Hill Farm
Mount Watatic
Old Mill Restaurant
Harvard, MA Town Common
Wachussett Mountain State Reservation
Great Wolf New England
Kimball Farm
Red Apple Farm
Groton Inn
Wachusett Mountain Ski Area
Leominster State Forest
Hollis Hill Farm
Mount Watatic
Old Mill Restaurant
Harvard, MA Town Common
Wachusett Mountain State Reservation
Great Wolf New England
Kimball Farm
Red Apple Farm
Groton Inn
Wachusett Mountain Ski Area