Best parks near New Bedford

6 parks · 6 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best parks near New Bedford, 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 6 of 6 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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Freetown State Forest
#1 Freetown State Forest
8.4 mi away
Freetown State Forest is a vast forest in the state of Massachusetts that offers visitors a unique experience in a natural setting. The forest is popular for hiking, camping…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Demarest Lloyd State Park
#2 Demarest Lloyd State Park
9.3 mi away
Demarest Lloyd State Park is a peaceful and scenic park located in the town of Dartmouth, Massachusetts. It is situated on the west side of Buzzards Bay and offers a variety of…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Dighton Rock State Park
#3 Dighton Rock State Park
14.1 mi away
Dighton Rock State Park is located in Berkley, Massachusetts, along the Taunton River. It is a small park that covers only 85 acres, but it is rich in history and culture. Many…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Massasoit State Park
#4 Massasoit State Park
14.7 mi away
Massasoit State Park is a beautiful and serene state park located in Taunton, Massachusetts. The park covers 1,200 acres and offers visitors a wide range of recreational…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Myles Standish State Forest
#5 Myles Standish State Forest
16.8 mi away
Myles Standish State Forest is a popular destination located in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. The park covers over 12,000 acres of woodland and is a great spot for outdoor…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Colt State Park
#6 Colt State Park
19.1 mi away
Colt State Park is a popular destination located in the state of Rhode Island. There are several reasons to visit the park, including its beautiful scenery, recreational…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid

Parks near New Bedford

The New Bedford area has 46 parks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best parks near New Bedford

How are these parks ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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