DCR’s Halibut Point State Park announces FREE May Programs (2026)

 

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DCR’s Halibut Point State Park announces FREE May Programs 
 
Public programs are free. Heavy rain cancels. Parking fees $5 Mass license plates and $20 other state license plates.  An adult must accompany children. ADA/Reasonable accommodation available upon request.  Guided group tours available with reservations:  978.546.2997  or  halibut.point@mass.gov 

 
 
Saturday, April 25
Celebrate Earth Day with Live Vernal Pond Animals!!! 11:30 am—1:00 pm.  Meet at Visitor Center.  For all ages and abilities.
Live frogs, turtles, and salamanders will visit Halibut Point State Park with Cape Ann Vernal Pond Team.  Drop-in and get up close to these animals and learn about them, their behaviors, and habitats.  Co-sponsored with Friends of Halibut Point State Park.  Heavy rain cancels.

Thursday, May 7
Spring Botanical Stroll
10:30 am—12:30 pm.  Meet at Visitor Center.  For ages 12 and up.
Stroll our seaside treasure with spring plant ID basics and beyond!  Short, slow walk with stops for identification and inspection of Spring’s awakening wonders.  For those new at plant ID, but all interests are welcome!  Heavy rain cancels.

Sunday, May 17
Spring Birding Walk—Symphony of Bird Song!
8:00 am—10:00 am.  Meet at parking area.  For all ages.
Hear the symphony of spring bird song!  Join us for a one-mile leisurely morning walk.  Watch for birds at the field, woodland, and ocean edges.  Learn about their sounds, habits, and flight patterns.  Enjoy extraordinary views.  Bring your binoculars.  Heavy rain cancels.
 
Saturdays: May 23, May 30
When Granite was King!  
Babson Farm Quarrying History Guided Walking Tour
10:00 am—11:00 am.  Meet at Park entrance.  For ages 8+. 
One hundred years ago, the Rockport Granite Company quarried granite stone here. Walk our wide, gravel trails ½ mile around the quarry and learn about the buildings, bridges, and breakwaters built to last.  Touch tools of the trade.  Find out how they moved these large, heavy stone pieces, and how they “paved” dirt streets in our new Nation’s growing cities—and around the world!  Heavy rain cancels. 

For information about any listing or program at Halibut Point State Park, email:  Ramona Latham:   ramona.latham@mass.gov   

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The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) oversees nearly 500,000 acres of parks and forests, beaches, bike trails, heritage sites, watersheds, dams, and parkways, making up one of the largest and most diverse state park systems in the country.  Our work focuses on nurturing the vital connection between people and the environment by protecting, promoting, and enhancing our common wealth of natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the well-being of all. Our infrastructure connects people to and through the beautiful landscapes and accessible recreational facilities we care for – strengthening our communities and driving our economy. Our staff strive to build a healthier, more resilient Massachusetts where all residents and visitors can relax, reflect and feel a sense of belonging in our open spaces and public lands.

To learn more about DCR, our facilities, and our programs, please visit www.mass.gov/dcr or contact us at mass.parks@mass.gov. Follow us! @MassDCR X Twitter Instagram

DCR’s Halibut Point State Park announces FREE May Programs (2026)