Challenge
The Fens
Boston, Massachusetts
About this hike
Part of the Emerald Necklace park system, The Fens is a diverse urban wetland and parkland offering scenic walking trails, gardens, and historic landmarks. Originally designed by Frederick Law Olmsted to manage tidal flooding, it’s now a lush oasis with native plantings, the Kelleher Rose Garden, and meandering waterways.
Quick facts
Nearby in Boston
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Other short city walks across Boston, and the guide that ties them together.
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