Walden Pond

Glaciers began to regress 10,000 years ago, creating Walden Pond. It is a portion of Walden Pond State Reservation, which is a protected area close to Concord, Massachusetts. In his book "The Ponds," Henry David Thoreau, who lived close to the lake's northern shore, made numerous references to the area. The name Walden Media, a film production firm, comes from the lake.

It's common to go swimming, boating, fishing, and picnicking at Walden Pond. Hunting, hiking, and camping are available in nearby parks. As soon as you arrive, go to the replica of Thoreau's cabin to get a sense of the modest way of life he espoused. Then take the route that skirts Walden Pond's edge. Early October, yet the surrounding beach is still warm enough to wade in.

For those who wish to bring their canoes or kayaks, an accessible boat ramp off Route 128 is open every day from 5 AM to 5:30 PM, with additional parking across the street for when the area gets congested. At your convenience, Charles River Canoe & Kayak can deliver rental boats to Walden Pond. On Walden Pond, there are no limitations on the types of non-gas powered boats that can be used. From a boat or from the shore, you may go trout fishing.

You'll need to travel a bit if you want to emulate Thoreau and spend your holiday in the vast outdoors. In the Walden Pond State Reservation, camping overnight is not permitted. Berry's Grove Campground, Hanscom Air Force Base FamCamp, and Spacious Skies Minute Man Campground are a few places to camp nearby.

Location: Concord, Massachusetts