Northshore magazine showcases the best that the North Shore of Boston, MA has to offer.
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Outdoors ne 186 Boston, and Holt. The "Solstice Stones" mark the sum- mit of Holt Hill, the highest point in Essex County. Almost 10 miles of easy-to-moderate trails make this a great place to spend the day. Some of the trails are part of the Bay Circuit Trail, a greenway linking the North and South Shores. DIRECTIONS From I-93: Take exit 41 toward Route 125 Nor th for five miles. Turn right on Prospect Road and follow for 0.3 mile to entrance and parking (15 cars) on right. PARKING Small lot off Prospect Road MAP thetrustees.org /assets /documents /places-to-visit / trailmaps/ Ward_Reservation_TrailMap_2013 .pdf TRAIL B ro o k s by Fa r m , Pe a b o d y LENGTH: 3 miles Footpaths and trails wind through historic houses, red barns, and 65 acres of orchards. DIRECTIONS From Route 128: to 114 West. At third set of lights take a left onto Cross Street. Go up the hill and take the sec- ond right onto Felton Street. Follow the street to the end. 54 Felton St., Peabody PARKING At farm store MAP brooksbyfarm.org /pdf_files/ Brooksby%20Map.pdf TRAIL O l d Tow n H i l l , N e w b u r y LENGTH: 3 miles A tidal river, salt marsh, open fields, and woodlands characterize Old Town Hill, a link in the Bay Circuit Trail. Mount Agamenticus in southern Maine is visible from the 168-foot hilltop. A three-mile network of trails and pathways winds through wetlands and up to views of pro- tected open space along the Parker River. DIRECTIONS From I-95: Take exit 54 to Route 133 East for 4.5 miles. Turn left onto Route 1A Nor th and follow for 4.8 miles. Shor tly after passing over the Parker River, turn left onto Newman Road and follow for 0.5 mile to parking (10 cars) on left. Look for trailheads along Newman Road. PARKING Small lot off Newman Road MAP thetrustees.org /assets/documents/places-to-visit/ trailmaps/ Old-Town-Hill-Trail-Map.pdf, trustees.org; massaudubon.org ● n Life is all about design… It's that simple! • Chalk Paint ® decorative paint by Annie Sloan • Decorative Painting Techniques Workshops • Custom Painted Furniture • Interior Design • Home Staging • Furniture Consignment • Sewing Classes for Children & Adults • Custom Upholstery Services Come have a Chalk Paint ® party! 30 Main Street, Topsfield 978-561-1462 • somelikeitoldornew.com Escape to a Cottage State of Mind where life is all about more time to relax, entertain, explore the community walking trails, and enjoy the exquisite views from this truly unique pocket community. River Hill homes deliver an extraordinary experience by blending luxury with low maintenance living. $445,000 - $580,000 Mary Parisella Direct 978.998.1560 Tamora Flahardy Direct 978.504.1946 To receive the latest news and updates visit www.CottagesatRiverHill.com Model Grand Opening December 12, Friday 3-7pm . Saturday & Sunday 11-5pm Where Downsizing Meets Upscale Living Exclusively marketed by