Best parks near Auburn

18 parks · 18 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best parks near Auburn, Massachusetts — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 15 of 18 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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Buffumville State Park
#1 Buffumville State Park
5.6 mi away
Buffumville State Park is a beautiful 200-acre park located in Charlton, Massachusetts. The park offers visitors a variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, boating…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Quinsigamond State Park
#2 Quinsigamond State Park
6.2 mi away
Quinsigamond State Park is located in Worcester, Massachusetts and offers a variety of outdoor activities for visitors. The park has two lakes, Lake Quinsigamond and North Lake…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Spencer State Forest
#3 Spencer State Forest
8.3 mi away
Spencer State Forest, located in the state of Massachusetts, is a beautiful natural area that offers a range of recreational activities and stunning scenery. This summary, based…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Sutton State Forest
#4 Sutton State Forest
8.4 mi away
Sutton State Forest, located in the state of Massachusetts, offers visitors a serene and natural environment to explore. Nestled in the town of Sutton, this forest is a…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Moore State Park
#5 Moore State Park
9.3 mi away
Moore State Park is a popular recreational area located in Paxton, Massachusetts. The park is situated on over 700 acres of land and boasts a variety of natural and historical…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Oakham State Forest
#6 Oakham State Forest
11.5 mi away
Oakham State Forest is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts in Massachusetts. This 2,245-acre forest offers visitors a range of activities, from hiking…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Rutland State Park
#7 Rutland State Park
12.1 mi away
Rutland State Park is a picturesque and popular recreational area located in the state of Massachusetts. Situated in the town of Rutland, the park offers a variety of attractions…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Douglas State Forest
#8 Douglas State Forest
13.4 mi away
. Douglas State Forest is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts located in the state of Rhode Island. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing, boating, and camping in the…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Upton State Forest
#9 Upton State Forest
13.5 mi away
Upton State Forest, located in Upton, Massachusetts, is a picturesque natural destination that offers visitors a variety of recreational activities and a peaceful retreat into…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Whitehall State Park
#10 Whitehall State Park
13.8 mi away
Whitehall State Park, located in the state of Massachusetts, is a charming natural area that offers visitors a range of activities amidst its serene surroundings. Here is a…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park
#11 Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park
14.2 mi away
Blackstone River and Canal Heritage State Park is a historic park located in the state of Massachusetts. The park spans across 1,000 acres and offers visitors a chance to explore…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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West Brookfield State Forest
#12 West Brookfield State Forest
16.1 mi away
West Brookfield State Forest, located in the state of Massachusetts, offers visitors a serene and picturesque natural retreat. With its diverse ecosystem, beautiful trails, and…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Quaddick State Forest
#13 Quaddick State Forest
16.3 mi away
Quaddick State Forest is a beautiful natural area located in the northeastern part of Connecticut. There are many good reasons to visit this forest, including its scenic trails…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Hopkinton State Park
#14 Hopkinton State Park
16.5 mi away
Hopkinton State Park is a recreational area located in Massachusetts, USA. There are several reasons to visit the park, including hiking, swimming, fishing, and boating. The park…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Barre State Forest
#15 Barre State Forest
17.3 mi away
Barre State Forest is a popular recreational area located in the state of Massachusetts. The forest covers over 5,000 acres of land and offers visitors a range of activities to…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid

Parks near Auburn

The Auburn area has 110 parks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

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