Tour Overview
Welcome Welcome to Myles Standish State Forest in Southeastern Massachusetts. This is a place born of fire and ice, shaped by the human hand. The area’s landscape was formed over 10,000 years ago when the glaciers of our last ice age retreated, dropping
About the Trail
This guide offers a brief and engaging self-guided walk along the Frost Pocket Loop. This trail brings you through the stark and beautiful Pine Barrens habitat and its unique geological and natural features. Download or print a park trail map if you choose to hike any of the other park’s trails at https://www.mass.gov/locations/myles-standish-state-forest.
This hiking trail is about 1.6 miles long and is mostly flat. There are a few small hills and it is quite sunny. Hiking time is usually about 60 minutes. Enjoy yourself, but please remember…
· Observe all posted rules and regulations.
· Please stay on designated trails.
· Pets must be on leash at all times.
· Carry in, carry out all trash.
· Leave only footprints take only pictures.
· No motorized vehicles allowed on trails.
Stops
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Stop 1: The Frost Pocket Loop Directions
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Stop 2: Along Three-Cornered Pond Road
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Stop 3: Along the Hiking Path
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Stop 4: Frost Pocket
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Stop 5: Deer Habitat
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Stop 6: A Shady Spot
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Stop 7: Birds & Butterflies of the Barrens
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Stop 8: Along Priscilla Road
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Stop 9: Along the Bike Path
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Stop 10: Along the Bike Path: Red Pine Removal
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Stop 11: The Pine Barrens
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Stop 12: The End
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