World's End

Category: Hiking area

Address: Martins Ln, Hingham, MA 02043, USA

Phone: +17817407233

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–6PM

Monday: 8AM–6PM

Tuesday: 8AM–6PM

Wednesday: 8AM–6PM

Thursday: 8AM–6PM

Friday: 8AM–6PM

Saturday: 8AM–6PM

Reviews

Kay

Jun 29, 2022

World’s End is the perfect spring and summer stop for a walk, swim, and picnic. The many scenic trails offer a beautiful vantage point looking over boats on the ocean and Boston’s skyscrapers off in the distance. You can either take it easy and go on some of the more level ground or climb through the middle hills that offer a better workout, either way it’s a pretty easy walk. Half way there’s somewhat of a beach on each side of the trail where I have swam before, and often see others doing. It’s not a super nice beach by any means and it’s rather shallow for a ways out, but it’s a lesser known spot to take a dip and cool off. You can bring dogs on the trail and take your picnic basket for lunch either plopping down in the grass or on one of their many benches sprinkled throughout the trails. Perhaps an eye sore, but porta potties can be found at the start of the walk and throughout the trail. Try to eliminate any trash/doggie bags before heading out as there are no waste bins throughout your walk. Definitely bring sunscreen if you’re visiting in the summer, as there’s not much tree canopy. I highly recommend making a reservation online in advance. This is basically for the parking lot, as there’s nowhere else to leave your car. On nice days the reservations can book up, so play it safe and book it a few hours in advance. Making a reservation costs $15, which is fine because the beautiful walk is so worth it. However, I reduced a star because you cannot cancel or get a refund for your reservation if you decide not to go, even if it’s well in advance. All in all, definitely add it to your places to checkout in the south shore area!

Pizzles Tech Time

May 15, 2022

Amazing views and wonderful hiking area. Had a picnic with my girlfriend for her birthday and it was a great success. Having to buy tickets online was a minor inconvenience. Plenty of parking and hours of exploration.

Michael Carvalho

Apr 4, 2022

I Love this place and you will too! It offers the perfect place for a picnic with family and friends. Or if you like to walk trails offers plenty of scenic views. While working, I purchased a sub from the local places in the area. Stopped here to enjoy my lunch and this location.

Meghan Hillson

Jan 3, 2022

It was really pretty. They have nice views and lots of animals to see. It is a nice dog walking area and they are kid friendly. The only downside is that you have to buy a reservation to enter. But the reservations are relatively cheap, around $15.

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Questions & Answers

Can you fish there?

Kate Sheinis | Feb 2, 2020
Cam Juric | Feb 3, 2020

Rocky point on the Hull side is good when the tide is running and you can walk there in <10 min. Tip is also good but the walk is longer. And into Hingham Harbor is nice if you see bird sign

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Is there a picnic area?

Brenda LeeAu | Feb 2, 2020
Rob Adams | Feb 3, 2020

Yes, there are plenty of nice clean areas to have a picnic.

Do I need to make a reservation? We would like to go on Monday, Sept. 6.

Virginia Crocker | Oct 4, 2021
William Harkleroad (Liam) | Oct 5, 2021

You do if you want to park there

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Is there a playground?

K Morris | Jul 6, 2021
Gina Panik | Jul 7, 2021

No, no playground. But lots of shoreline where kids can look for critters.

Is there a picnic area at World's End

Steven Collins | Apr 7, 2021
Rahul Joshi | Apr 8, 2021

Same, but lot of grass to put your blanket and create a picnic

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How do you cancel a reservation?

Bob O'Brien | Feb 1, 2021
Dave W | Feb 2, 2021

Call up the office and let them know, they're super friendly

Wondering if you can go at night?

Kyle Basler | Feb 1, 2021
Parag Shah | Feb 2, 2021

The gates close at dusk.

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Do you need reservations

Tom Moore | Feb 1, 2021
Krzysztof Lukasik | Feb 2, 2021

Yes: https://thetrustees.org/content/passes/

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Is there parking?

Tom Gruber | Feb 1, 2021
Roshan Rao | Feb 2, 2021

Yes. You need to reserve it in advance though.

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What is a timed ticket?

Wendy Taylor | Feb 1, 2021
Tarah DiGiovanni | Feb 2, 2021

Your reservation for a specific time to arrive. Once you're there you can stay as long as you like

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How do I make a reservation for tomorrow morning?

Wendy Taylor | Feb 1, 2021
Rob Russo | Feb 2, 2021

On line at Trustees web site I believe

Do you need a resavation

Richard Polvere | Feb 1, 2021
Tarah DiGiovanni | Feb 2, 2021

Yes, a timed ticket

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is there a fee to go to worlds end

Joyce Fanning | Feb 1, 2021
Anushree Jai | Feb 2, 2021

10$ for The Trustee's members, 15$ for non Trustee's members.

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Can you Swim at World's End?

Igor Da SIlva | Feb 1, 2021
Steve Lipovsky | Feb 2, 2021

There is no lifeguard or designated beach. Yes we did go in the water. You'll see there are some spots for a dip.

How much would it be if I went tomorrow with one other person and do they take credit card?

Lauren McGrath | Feb 1, 2021
Marc O'Connor | Feb 2, 2021

$16 (8pp). 1 year family membership is about $60 and includes many other hiking areas in the state. http://www.thetrustees.org/ Yes, they accept credit cards.

Can you ride bikes on the trail or is it just for foot traffic?

Marianne Gonsalves | Feb 2, 2020
Jerry Felson | Feb 3, 2020

Yes. Bikes allowed

Accept DOR PASS

Mary Folan | Feb 2, 2020
Awilda Torres | Feb 3, 2020

Not sure. I know you can by a yearly pass from them

Are there trails that are wheel chair accessible?

Chitra Balachandar | Feb 2, 2020
alisa ritchie | Feb 3, 2020

There are handicapped spots at the entrance

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Where can we rent kayak to use at world's end?

Pam Murphy | Feb 2, 2020
Kevin Cain | Feb 3, 2020

Not at world's end itself, there aren't rentals there. You could rent a kayak from the town of Hingham at the marina, near red eye coffee place and kayak over there.

Can you fish at world's end

Julie Clements | Feb 2, 2020
Jim Dresser | Feb 3, 2020

Yes you can.

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may I go with dog?

Alexander Baranov | Feb 2, 2020
Conor Geary | Feb 3, 2020

There is a park rule requiring a leash also.

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Is it allowed to do camping at world's end. ?

Dani Santacruz | Feb 2, 2019
Christopher Tabone | Feb 3, 2019

No, camping is not allowed apart from special events hosted by the Trustees organization.

Where is there parking/access with a car other than Martin Lane, which has very little parking and was full when I went? Thanks

Sherry White | Feb 2, 2018
Jeff Grigg | Feb 3, 2018

No other entrance or parking. But it may be helpful to realize that there are 3 parking areas along that dirt road. Don't give up until you get to the end. If there's no place to park, I would expect them to refund the fee.

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