Myles Standish State Forest

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Terrain

Several hills with flat sections

Surface

Medium smooth with some gravel

Scenery

Pines, open fields with rolling hills

Auto Traffic

Light

Pedestrian Traffic

Very light Distance:

Distance

20+ Miles

Plymouth/Carver

Myles Standish State Forest is one of the oldest, largest, and most interesting forests in the Massachusetts system of parks. It provides numerous miles of roads and trails for bicycling, cross country skiing, horses, snowmobiles, and motocross bikes. It also provides access to swimming and camping. If you are looking for a full day of skating without much repetition, this is an ideal spot. Although there are plenty of bicycle trails, it is best to stay on the roads. The bicycle trails are usually covered with pine needles which can be very slippery. Over 400,000 people visit the park each year. The park is recognized as one of the most important natural areas in the Commonwealth. It represents a portion of one of the four major pine barren ecosystems. The coastal pond shore supports numerous rare and endangered species. The forest covers most of the Plymouth/Carver aquifer. All the recreational trails are closed Saturdays and holidays from mid-October to early January as well as during deer hunting season.

How to Get There

To get to Myles Standish State Forest, head south on Rte. 3 toward Cape Cod. Get off at Exit 5 and head toward Long Pond Road. The exit passes the tourist information center. This is a good place to stop to get additional information on the area. It contains hundreds of flyers and brochures on the sights in the area. A trip to the Plymouth Plantation can be a nice reward when you complete your skate. Turn right on Lower College Pond Road and travel four miles. The main entrance will be on your right.

Where to Skate

Where to Skate A good place to start is the Forest Headquarters, which is about five miles into the park. There are numerous signs to direct you. The ranger will have a map and can make some suggestions about the best road to skate. All the roads on the park are skateable. For a real challenge, skate the long hills.

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