Henry David Thoreau lived in a cabin at Walden Pond from July 1845 to September 1847, keeping a journal of his thoughts and his encounters with nature and society. He collected and revised these observations during the next seven years and published them in the book, Walden. This book is credited with helping to inspire awareness and respect for the natural environment. Because of Thoreau's legacy, Walden Pond has been designated a National Historic Landmark and is considered the birthplace of the conservation movement. Park Interpreters provide tours and ongoing educational programs. Visitors are welcome to swim, picnic, hike, use canoes and rowboats, fish, ski-tour and snowshoe. However, fires, camping, pets, off-road vehicles, motorcycles, novelty flotation devices, boats powered by internal combustion engines and wind-powered sail craft are all prohibited.
Location:
915 Walden St, Concord Massachusetts 01742
Telephone
978-369-3254
Other Massachusetts State Parks nearby:
(Uxbridge) Blackstone River/Canal Heritage State Pa
(Hingham) Boston Harbor Islands State Park
(Topsfield) Bradley Palmer State Park
(Framingham) Callahan State Park
(Natick) Cochituate State Park
(Gardner) Dunn Pond State Park
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04/19 Coming to The Concord area
Hebron Maple Festival Hebron CT March16-17 Each year thousands of people come from miles around to enjoy and experience the weekend of maple related events.
Taste of the Valley Plymouth NH March21 Experience all of your favorite local flavors. Several restaurants from the region will be there hoping to win your vote in the "Best in Show" competition.
Seacoast Home and Garden Show Durham NH March23-24 The 19th annual show features more than 225 exhibitors showcasing the latest products and services for your home.
7th Annual Great International Spring Beer Festival Providence RI April20 Your Beer Festival Admission Ticket will allow you UNLIMITED SAMPLING of more than 250 brewers, live music, food and MUCH MORE at the Rhode Island Convention Center.
New England Folk Festival Mansfield MA April19-21 A fabulous blend of dance, music, crafts, and food from many lands.
Connecticut Sheep, Wool and Fiber Festival Vernon CT April27 The festival, started in 1909 by the CT Sheep Breeders Association, as a program ""to promote the keeping of sheep in Connecticut"", has evolved and expanded into a premier sheep and fiber festival by providing exhibits, demonstrations and over 60 vendors from the sheep, wool and fiber arena.
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