A roughly 1,800-acre former Ames family estate built around a 1910 stone mansion, with over 20 miles of flat former carriage-road trails looping several ponds. First-timers should know the visitor-center lot fills by mid-morning on nice weekends.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot $5/day MA-plate vehicle, $20/day out-of-state; disability placard exempt · unconfirmed
Trails
Over 20 miles of hiking trails ranging from moderate to difficult. Mountain biking and horseback riding are barred from the Pond Edge, Swamp and Quiet Woods…
Dogs
Allowed. DCR requires dogs to be leashed on a leash no longer than 10 feet, with a maximum of four dogs per person
Hours
8:00am until seasonal closing (up to 8:00pm), posted at main entrance
Managed by
Massachusetts Dept. of Conservation and Recreation
508-238-6566 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there a fee to enter Borderland State Park?
Entry is free but there is a parking fee of $5/day for Massachusetts-plated vehicles and $20/day for out-of-state vehicles.
Where do I park at Borderland State Park?
Paid lot ($5/day MA-plate vehicle, $20/day out-of-state; disability placard exempt).
Is there an entry fee at Borderland State Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Borderland State Park?
Allowed. DCR requires dogs to be leashed on a leash no longer than 10 feet, with a maximum of four dogs per person