This Perfect Seasonal Hike Will Take You To A Historic Massachusetts Saw Mill

Massachusetts isn’t lacking in gorgeous places to hike. From mountain trails to winding paths through the dunes, we have a little bit of everything a nature explorer could want. However, this stunning hike around an old sawmill is a great way to combine your love of the outdoors with a dose of history. Here’s what you need to know about visiting the sawmill at Moore State Park.

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If you love discovering all the little hidden gems in Massachusetts, you’ll definitely want to head to Moore State Park this season. Tucked away in the town of Paxton, this 400-acre natural preserve has plenty of space to roam and is home to a gorgeous restored sawmill.

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Between the 1700s and early 1900s, this land actually harbored at least five grist and sawmills. The mills were powered by Turkey Hill Brook, and supported a small mill village. Today, you can still see the remnants of this mill village in the form of a triphammer, quarry, schoolhouse, and tavern. Reaching the sawmill is easy. Simply follow the markers when you arrive and you’ll soon spot the beautiful waterfall and wooden mill.

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This spot is the perfect place to explore in any season because it offers so many different things to do and see. Enjoy the heaps of rhododendrons, azaleas, and laurels in the spring, or marvel at the stunning fall foliage if you visit during the autumn. You can also canoe, kayak, and fish in the park’s waters, and don’t forget to bring your skis if there’s snow on the ground.

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Moore State Park is open from sunrise to sunset. The park’s facilities include a boat ramp, picnic areas, and accessible restrooms. Dogs aren’t allowed, but there’s plenty of parking to be had.

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You can find Moore State Park at 1 Sawmill Rd., Paxton, Mass. Check out more information about the park and driving directions here. For more of the best hikes in Massachusetts, take a look at some of our favorites seasonal spots to explore.