Best places: Parks in Gloucester, United States

Coastal area on 440 million year old granite offers spectacular views, wildflowers, visitors center.

Grassy harborside park with picnic tables, benches & scenic views, plus a lighthouse at its point.

Large green space offering a barn with farm animals, walking trails, an orchard & a playground.

Beaches, tennis courts, a restaurant, dog park & more on the site of Gloucester's first settlement.

👍👍 It was just beautiful. Perfect to relax and enjoy a peaceful day.

👍👍 A pleasant calm place to visit for rock / cliff climbing not in flip flops but sturdy shoes and a long walk on the beach. Amazing as a photo op site.

Storied park since 1858 boasting a carousel, arcade & food vendors, plus a beach & outdoor concerts.

Oceanfront park offering two beaches & a formal rose garden for events & weekend concerts.

Founded in the 17th century, this village green with monuments was once used for militia training.

👍 We came here for a picnic while returning to MA from Salisbury beach. The park was very well maintained and the waterfront view was good. Parking was $1 per hour and also plenty of option nearby. Overall we spent an hour an d half here and enjoyed the family time here.

Beachside park offering tent & RV camping facilities, a historic lighthouse & a public boat launch.

Headland fort dating back to 1644 active during the Civil War & War of Independence.

Hemlock groves, magnolia swamp, miles of trails & old carriage roads offered on 600 secluded acres.

This riverfront park with beaches, picnic areas & a playground also offers a living history museum.

Riverfront park featuring a nautical-themed playground & a boat launch, plus sports fields & courts.

👍👍 Don't be mistaken by the Google address as this will take you to a Private property. The entry to this park is through 140 Hesperus Ave and you can see a small parking available here. A small walk through the trees and then you can see the magnificent rocks along the water. People do come and fish...

Marine recreational park with seasonal RV & tent camping, a boat launch, lighthouse & historic fort.

👍👍 Huge reserve with tons of trails. We hike here often and almost never walk the same set of trails twice. There is always something new to see or a new entry to try. Lots of variation from wetland to old growth pine forest to riverside and open field. We see horses, bikers, hikers, and runners....

👍👍 One of my favorite morning walks.

Creekside neighborhood recreation space with a baseball field & playground, plus a pavilion.