Description: Who knew that there was an outdoor paradise so close to downtown Boston? Just down I93, five miles south of Boston, the Blue Hills reservation offers outdoors activities for everyone. There are lakes for swimming and boating, trails for mountain biking, and of course, hiking.
We went to start off the summer hiking season, beginning with one of the more challenging trails - the Skyline Trail and the Big Blue. It wasn't technically challenging, but the hike definitely start out vertical and stayed that way for a while. There is a lot of exposed granite to clamber over. This is a family hike that anyone in reasonably good shape should be able to easily complete in a few hours.
At the top of the Big Blue, there is a lovely and popular observation tower, as well as picnic tables. We brought a picnic lunch. Remember to pack out all of your trash to keep the park nice for everyone.
Bring plenty of water because there are no facilities here.
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