Lawrence Heritage State Park
"Haverhill visitors can reach the park quickly for a family-friendly history outing. The park’s exhibits provide a nearby introduction to the region’s textile-era past."
A riverfront park and museum celebrating Lawrence’s industrial heritage and immigrant communities.
Greycourt State Park
"Haverhill is close enough for a spontaneous picnic or birdwatching trip. Visitors from the city may appreciate the park’s quiet atmosphere and easy access to the Merrimack River."
A peaceful riverfront park with wooded views, picnic areas, and easy access to the Merrimack River.
Maudslay State Park
"Haverhill residents visit for a nearby day trip that combines walking, birdwatching, and a scenic change of pace from the city."
A riverside park in Newburyport featuring gardens, meadows, woodlands, and scenic walking paths.
Kingston State Park
"Haverhill visitors often cross the border for a nearby New Hampshire beach day. The park offers a convenient freshwater alternative to busier coastal spots."
A peaceful lakeside day-use park with a sandy beach, swimming, and picnic areas.
Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsboro State Forest
"Haverhill visitors may come for fishing access and a scenic woodland setting close to the Merrimack River corridor. It is a good destination for casual outdoor recreation and photography."
A wooded Merrimack Valley forest offering ponds, wildlife habitat, and easy access to outdoor recreation near Lowell.
Sandy Point State Reservation
"Haverhill visitors often come for a coastal escape that is much closer than Cape Cod. The reservation offers a relaxing day trip with swimming and scenic shoreline views."
A scenic coastal reservation on Plum Island with sandy beach access, salt marsh vistas, and excellent birdwatching.
Robert Frost Farm State Historic Site
"Haverhill residents can reach the site quickly for a family-friendly historic outing. The farm’s setting and exhibits make it a worthwhile stop for visitors interested in New England culture."
Historic farmstead where Robert Frost lived and wrote in Derry, New Hampshire.