Big Hill Pond State Park

Scuttle off the beaten path and find yourself on the serene banks of Big Hill Pond. This state park is not the most hot n’ hoppin’ spot and embraces it - there are shelters along the trails for campers and backpackers (they’ve even got bunks!), with miles of trails for horses, mountain bikers, and hikers. The 5,000 acres of lush forest almost reach pure wilderness status in their feeling of remoteness. Make sure to pack your fishing rod for the bream and bass, and don’t miss the vertical climb up the fire tower - it’s the best view around (except for the birds’).