Moore State Park

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Moore State Park is a popular recreational area located in Paxton, Massachusetts.


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Summary

The park is situated on over 700 acres of land and boasts a variety of natural and historical attractions that draw visitors from all over the state.

One of the main reasons to visit Moore State Park is for its hiking and biking trails. The park has over 25 miles of trails that wind through the woods and along the banks of the park's many streams and ponds. There are also several picnic areas and scenic overlooks for visitors to enjoy.

Another point of interest at Moore State Park is the Sawmill River, which runs through the park and powered a sawmill that was in operation from the mid-1700s until the early 1900s. Visitors can tour the restored mill and see demonstrations of the sawing process.

In addition to its natural and historical attractions, Moore State Park is also home to several cultural events throughout the year, including concerts, plays, and festivals.

Interesting facts about the park include its designation as a National Natural Landmark, as well as the presence of several rare species of birds and plants.

The best time of year to visit Moore State Park is in the spring and summer months, when the weather is mild and the park's flora and fauna are in full bloom. However, the park is open year-round and offers winter activities like ice skating and cross-country skiing.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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