Boston Skyline Views: A Hike through Blue Hills Reservation

There are several very steep climbs during this hike. Check out some of the pictures below to get an idea.

A few more beautiful views along the way…

After your hike, you can take a walk over to the nature center. Here you will find a few small animals such as otters, owls, and various small animals. You will also find the Trailside Museum, which holds information about animals and plants found within the reservation.

I enjoyed my day hiking at Blue Hills. In the future, Mike and I would love to go back and complete the entire Skyline Trail. Unfortunately on this visit, we were not prepared
for a lengthy hike.

Blue Hills is a beautiful park. It is amazing that this reservation is located just 15 minutes outside of Boston. What a great way to spend a weekend afternoon
exploring nature, exercising, and enjoying a peaceful escape outside of the city.

Tips for your hike

*Bring several water bottles. I did not see any water stations along the trail. You will need plenty of water, especially if you are completing a lot of mileage or not
used to strenuous uphill hikes. I recommend a camelback (backpack with a built in water holder). This handy backpack not only holds a lot of water, but also comes with
the added bonus of freeing up your arms.

*Plan your hike early in the morning. It took us approximately 4 hours to hike 7 miles. There is a lot of uphill and downhill climbing which takes up extra time.

* Limit coffee and tea before your hike, due to the diuretic effects of the drinks.

*You can get better pictures of the skyline if you bring with a camera with a high zoom lens.

*Wear shorts – I made the mistake of wearing pants. The combination of heat and climbing up big hills makes for a strenous workout. I was definitely overheated with
the long pants.

Address: 1904 Canton Avenue Milton, MA 02186
Visit the Blue Hills website for trail maps.