Bradley Palmer State Park

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Bradley Palmer State Park

Massachusetts

(978) 887-5931

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Overview

This 721-acre former estate features pine needled paths, acres of sunny rolling meadows and spectacular rhododendrons which line old carriage roads. Peak bloom is usually in mid-June.

Bradley Palmer was a noted attorney of the early 1900s who represented Sinclair Oil in the Teapot Dome Scandal and President Wilson at the Versailles Peace Conference after the First World War.

Palmer''s stately Arts and Crafts mansion has been rehabilitated by Willowdale Estate in return for credit towards a long term lease through DCR's Historic Curatorship Program. Willowdale Estate operates the property as an elegant wedding and events center with overnight facilities.

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Latitude, Longitude: 42.652695, -70.911428

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Activities

  • Boating

    Visitors can canoe and fish along the Ipswich River.

  • Bicycling

    Visitors can mountain bike on many of the trails and old carriage roads in the park.

  • Fishing

    Visitors can canoe and fish along the Ipswich River.

  • Hiking

    Miles of hiking trails and old carriage roads wind through the park.

  • Historic Sites

    Bradley Palmer's stately Arts and Crafts mansion has been rehabilitated by Willowdale Estate in return for credit towards a long term lease through DCR's Historic Curatorship Program. Willowdale Estate operates the property as an elegant wedding and events center with overnight facilities.

  • Horseback Riding

    No rentals of horses or equipment available.

  • Hunting

    Hunting is allowed at Cleveland Farm. Archery hunting only at Prospect Hill.

  • Picnicking

    There are two picnic areas on site. Restroom facilities are available.

  • Water Sports

    An accessible wading pool is on site.

  • Winter Sports

    Visitors can cross-country ski on miles of trails and unpaved roads.

Directions

Driving

Bradley Palmer State Park is located in north-eastern Massachusetts.

From North or South: Take Rte. 1 to Topsfield, right on Ipswich Rd., right on Asbury St.

From Newbury Port: Take Route 1 south to Topsfield (approximately 8 miles). Turn left onto Ipswich Road at set of lights. Follow Ipswich Road 1.2 miles then take a right onto Asbury Street. The park entrance is located approximately ¼ mile on the left.

Phone Numbers

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(978) 887-5931

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