How does a scenic Massachusetts road trip sound to you? If you answered “amazing,” you’re in the right place! On this curated scenic road trip in Massachusetts, you’ll discover just a few of the places that will make you fall in love with the Bay State all over again. From the Cape Cod National Seashore to a leisurely drive along the Mohawk Trail and more, this road trip showcases some of the most stunning Massachusetts scenery and is sure to impress, which is why you will want to have a camera handy.

It’s time to gas up the car and go enjoy this Massachusetts road trip! Embarking on this scenic road trip in Massachusetts is easy since you can use our interactive map as your guide. Feel free to customize it with your own stops along the way or by eliminating any stops you’ve already visited or simply aren’t interested in visiting. The total trip mileage is 347 miles and clocks in at nearly 7.5 hours. It’s best to take this trip over the course of two or three days, so you can truly enjoy scenic Massachusetts and all it has to offer.

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  1. Atlantic White Cedar Swamp, Wellfleet

Amber Austin/AllTrails A swamp may be the furthest thing from your mind when you think about Cape Cod, but there is one, a beautiful one, in Wellfleet. Found close to Marconi Beach in the Cape Cod National Seashore, you can take a 1.1-mile (mostly) boardwalk loop trail through this enchanting swamp. Boasting some of the most beautifully unique Massachusetts scenery, it makes for one of the best hikes in Massachusetts. Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trail, Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trl, Wellfleet, MA 02667, USA

  1. Cape Cod National Seashore, Eastham

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Galen Blanton/Google Over 44,000 acres and a variety of ecosystems make up the Cape Cod National Seashore, and the best way to learn all about it is to visit the Salt Pond Visitor Center in Eastham, which serves as its headquarters. Free to visit, you can watch a video to learn how Cape Cod was originally formed, peruse the museum and gift shop, and hit the trails to see some of the area’s resplendent beauty for yourself.

Want to know more about this stunning site? Check out our full article on the Cape Cod National Seashore and Salt Pond Visitor Canter. 50 Nauset Rd, Eastham, MA 02642, USA

  1. Heritage Museum and Gardens, Sandwich

Heritage Museums & Gardens/Facebook Heritage Museum and Gardens is open seasonally from late-April through mid-October. Set on 100 acres, visitors can stroll the grounds and marvel at more than 1,000 species of trees and flowers, including rhododendrons and giant hydrangeas the Cape is known for. Ready to plan your visit? Check out the Heritage Museum and Gardens website to learn more. 67 Grove St, Sandwich, MA 02563, USA

  1. Longfellow’s Wayside Inn, Sudbury

The Wayside Inn/Facebook Not only is Longfellow’s Wayside Inn a place to spend the night, but it also has a restaurant on site. Why not break up this road trip by staying at this inn with over 300 years of history, comfy lodging , and great grub?

You can read a previous article to learn more about this spot that’s perfect for enjoying Massachusetts scenery. 72 Wayside Inn Rd, Sudbury, MA 01776, USA

  1. Bartholomew’s Cobble, Sheffield

Asmita Bhattacharya/Google A designated National Natural Landmark, this 329-acre preserve is known for its rocky knolls, or cobbles, making it a must-visit during any scenic road trip in Massachusetts. Here you will also find bedrock that rises 1,000 feet, an upland field, and panoramic views of both the mountains and Housatonic River Valley. There is no place else quite like this in the Bay State.

Read our previous article to learn more about this hidden gem in Massachusetts. 105 Weatogue Rd, Sheffield, MA 01257, USA

  1. Bash Bish Falls, Mt. Washington

lightphoto/iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images There are no other falls quite as lovely as Bash Bish Falls. Through a series of cascades, this waterfall measures at around 200 feet in total, making it the tallest waterfall in the state. A quick hike will get you there to see it in all its glory.

You can read a previous article to learn more about Bish Bash Falls, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Massachusetts. Bash Bish Falls, Mt Washington, MA 01258, USA

  1. Mohawk Trail

The Golden Eagle Restaurant/Facebook Meandering for over 60 miles through the Berkshires, you’ll see plenty of scenery as you drive through the forest, mountains, and quaint towns. At the hairpin turn, feel free to stop at the Golden Eagle Restaurant. One of the most unique restaurants in Massachusetts, it boasts panoramic Massachusetts vistas and delicious food. Mohawk Trail, MA, USA

  1. Bridge of Flowers, Shelburne Falls

AlizadaStudios/iStock / Getty Images Plus via Gett Images What was once a trolley bridge in the village of Shelburne Falls was transformed into a flower walk nearly 100 years ago. It is open seasonally from April through October and is such a gorgeous sight to see when the flowers are in bloom.

Want to know more about this spectacularly stunning sight, which is the perfect way to end your scenic Massachusetts road trip? Check out our full article on this unique Massachusetts bridge. 22 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370, USA

 

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Amber Austin/AllTrails

A swamp may be the furthest thing from your mind when you think about Cape Cod, but there is one, a beautiful one, in Wellfleet. Found close to Marconi Beach in the Cape Cod National Seashore, you can take a 1.1-mile (mostly) boardwalk loop trail through this enchanting swamp. Boasting some of the most beautifully unique Massachusetts scenery, it makes for one of the best hikes in Massachusetts.

Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trail, Atlantic White Cedar Swamp Trl, Wellfleet, MA 02667, USA

Vishwas Bhatia/Google

Galen Blanton/Google

Over 44,000 acres and a variety of ecosystems make up the Cape Cod National Seashore, and the best way to learn all about it is to visit the Salt Pond Visitor Center in Eastham, which serves as its headquarters. Free to visit, you can watch a video to learn how Cape Cod was originally formed, peruse the museum and gift shop, and hit the trails to see some of the area’s resplendent beauty for yourself.

Want to know more about this stunning site? Check out our full article on the Cape Cod National Seashore and Salt Pond Visitor Canter.

50 Nauset Rd, Eastham, MA 02642, USA

Heritage Museums & Gardens/Facebook

Heritage Museum and Gardens is open seasonally from late-April through mid-October. Set on 100 acres, visitors can stroll the grounds and marvel at more than 1,000 species of trees and flowers, including rhododendrons and giant hydrangeas the Cape is known for. Ready to plan your visit? Check out the Heritage Museum and Gardens website to learn more.

67 Grove St, Sandwich, MA 02563, USA

The Wayside Inn/Facebook

Not only is Longfellow’s Wayside Inn a place to spend the night, but it also has a restaurant on site. Why not break up this road trip by staying at this inn with over 300 years of history, comfy lodging , and great grub?

You can read a previous article to learn more about this spot that’s perfect for enjoying Massachusetts scenery.

72 Wayside Inn Rd, Sudbury, MA 01776, USA

Asmita Bhattacharya/Google

A designated National Natural Landmark, this 329-acre preserve is known for its rocky knolls, or cobbles, making it a must-visit during any scenic road trip in Massachusetts. Here you will also find bedrock that rises 1,000 feet, an upland field, and panoramic views of both the mountains and Housatonic River Valley. There is no place else quite like this in the Bay State.

Read our previous article to learn more about this hidden gem in Massachusetts.

105 Weatogue Rd, Sheffield, MA 01257, USA

lightphoto/iStock / Getty Images Plus via Getty Images

There are no other falls quite as lovely as Bash Bish Falls. Through a series of cascades, this waterfall measures at around 200 feet in total, making it the tallest waterfall in the state. A quick hike will get you there to see it in all its glory.

You can read a previous article to learn more about Bish Bash Falls, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Massachusetts.

Bash Bish Falls, Mt Washington, MA 01258, USA

The Golden Eagle Restaurant/Facebook

Meandering for over 60 miles through the Berkshires, you’ll see plenty of scenery as you drive through the forest, mountains, and quaint towns. At the hairpin turn, feel free to stop at the Golden Eagle Restaurant. One of the most unique restaurants in Massachusetts, it boasts panoramic Massachusetts vistas and delicious food.

Mohawk Trail, MA, USA

AlizadaStudios/iStock / Getty Images Plus via Gett Images

What was once a trolley bridge in the village of Shelburne Falls was transformed into a flower walk nearly 100 years ago. It is open seasonally from April through October and is such a gorgeous sight to see when the flowers are in bloom.

Want to know more about this spectacularly stunning sight, which is the perfect way to end your scenic Massachusetts road trip? Check out our full article on this unique Massachusetts bridge.

22 Water St, Shelburne Falls, MA 01370, USA

Well, what do you think about this Massachusetts road trip? Are you ready to hit the road and embark on this spectacularly scenic road trip in Massachusetts or what?! Have you already visited the spots mentioned above?  What are your favorite beautiful places around the state that you would add to this route? Whatever you have to say, we want to hear it, so let us know!

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Massachusetts Road Trip February 03, 2023 Daniella DiRienzo Where else can I go to enjoy scenic Massachusetts? There are lots of places to enjoy scenic Massachusetts, including:

Chatham Lighthouse Beach - This stunning expanse of white sands and shimmering beach grass is crowned by a picture-perfect lighthouse. The Berkshires - Snow-capped mountains, fiery fall foliage, spring festivals, and summer hikes await in the Berkshires. Nantucket - Take in the cobblestones and hydrangeas while working on your island state of mind when visiting this iconic locale.

  Is there any other Massachusetts road trip that belongs on my bucket list? There are lots of great road trips in Massachusetts, including:

Massachusetts Waterfall Road Trip – On this route, you’ll be able to get up close and personal with some of the most beautiful waterfalls in Massachusetts. Terrifying Massachusetts Road Trip - Massachusetts is full of allegedly haunted spots, and this road trip will take you to nine of the most terrifying sites in the state. Lighthouse Road Trip In Massachusetts - Travel to some of the state’s most awe-inspiring and charming lighthouses on this dreamy seaside road trip.

  Check out our full article on road trips in Massachusetts to learn more.

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Massachusetts Road Trip

February 03, 2023

Daniella DiRienzo

Where else can I go to enjoy scenic Massachusetts? There are lots of places to enjoy scenic Massachusetts, including:

Chatham Lighthouse Beach - This stunning expanse of white sands and shimmering beach grass is crowned by a picture-perfect lighthouse. The Berkshires - Snow-capped mountains, fiery fall foliage, spring festivals, and summer hikes await in the Berkshires. Nantucket - Take in the cobblestones and hydrangeas while working on your island state of mind when visiting this iconic locale.

  Is there any other Massachusetts road trip that belongs on my bucket list? There are lots of great road trips in Massachusetts, including:

Massachusetts Waterfall Road Trip – On this route, you’ll be able to get up close and personal with some of the most beautiful waterfalls in Massachusetts. Terrifying Massachusetts Road Trip - Massachusetts is full of allegedly haunted spots, and this road trip will take you to nine of the most terrifying sites in the state. Lighthouse Road Trip In Massachusetts - Travel to some of the state’s most awe-inspiring and charming lighthouses on this dreamy seaside road trip.

  Check out our full article on road trips in Massachusetts to learn more.

The OIYS Visitor Center

The OIYS Visitor Center

There are lots of places to enjoy scenic Massachusetts, including:

  • Chatham Lighthouse Beach - This stunning expanse of white sands and shimmering beach grass is crowned by a picture-perfect lighthouse.
  • The Berkshires - Snow-capped mountains, fiery fall foliage, spring festivals, and summer hikes await in the Berkshires.
  • Nantucket - Take in the cobblestones and hydrangeas while working on your island state of mind when visiting this iconic locale.

Is there any other Massachusetts road trip that belongs on my bucket list?

There are lots of great road trips in Massachusetts, including:

  • Massachusetts Waterfall Road Trip – On this route, you’ll be able to get up close and personal with some of the most beautiful waterfalls in Massachusetts.
  • Terrifying Massachusetts Road Trip - Massachusetts is full of allegedly haunted spots, and this road trip will take you to nine of the most terrifying sites in the state.
  • Lighthouse Road Trip In Massachusetts - Travel to some of the state’s most awe-inspiring and charming lighthouses on this dreamy seaside road trip.

Check out our full article on road trips in Massachusetts to learn more.