Callahan State Park is a Massachusetts state park partly located in Framingham and Marlborough, Massachusetts. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts ( is a state located in the New England region of the northeastern United States. State Park is a term used in the United States and in Mexico for an area of land preserved on account of its natural beauty historic interest recreation or other Framingham is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. Marlborough is a city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. The park is managed by the Department of Conservation and Recreation. The Department of Conservation and Recreation ( DCR) is a state agency of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Description
Callahan State Park is a 820-acre (3. 3 km²) day use area principally used for hiking, horseback riding, and cross-country skiing. The word 'hiking' is understood in all English-speaking countries but there are differences in usage For the Roman class see Equestrian (Roman Equestrianism refers to the skill of riding or driving Horses This broad description Cross-country skiing (also known as XC skiing) is a Winter sport popular in many countries with large snowfields primarily Northern Europe, The park is popular with dog owners who typically allow their dogs off-leash while in the park. The dog ( Canis lupus familiaris) is a domesticated Subspecies of the gray wolf, a Mammal of the Canidae family of the order The Park is home to a wide variety of trees both coniferous and deciduous. Botany Autumn leaf color. See --> In Botany and Horticulture, deciduous Plants, including The park is open all year. Come winter one can find cross-country skiers and Snow-shoe trails. One should take caution in the park though, as sightings of wildlife including coyotes and large deer are not unheard of. The coyote (kaɪˈoʊti ˈkaɪoʊt ( Canis latrans) also known as the prairie wolf, is a Mammal of the order Carnivora A deer is a Ruminant Mammal belonging to the family Cervidae. Because of the large deer and other wildlife population, pets should stay on trails and avoid other animals fecal matter because of parasites, notably mange. Mange (from Middle English manjeue, from Old French manjue, from mangier, meaning to eat is a parasitic infestation of Hikers should also come with insect repellent in the summer, as deer flies, ticks, and mosquitoes are common. Deer flies ( Chrysops spp) also known as "yellow flies" are flies of the family Tabanidae that can be pests of Cattle Tick is the common name for the small Arachnids in Superfamily Ixodoidea that along with other Mites constitute the Acarina. Mosquitoes are insects in the family Culicidae. They have a pair of scaled wings a pair of Halteres, a slender body and long legs Garter Snakes can also be seen basking on the hot dirt paths in spring and summer. A garter snake is any Species of North American Snake within the Genus Thamnophis. Hikers are advised to be respectful to the tranquility of the park and it's wildlife, as well as to stay on the marked trails and clean up after themselves.
Hunting, camping, and fires are all illegal inside the park. Hunting is the practice of pursuing Animals for Food, Recreation, or Trade. Definition Camping describes a range of activities Survivalist campers set off with little more than their boots whereas Recreational vehicle travelers arrive equipped It should also be noted that some of the trail markers have been vandalized or removed. Some trails are closed for regrowth, safe detours are always provided. It is suggested that new visitors to the park obtain one of the free maps in the parking area. Visitors should also be aware of the time of day they are entering as the thick woods become dark long before sunset. All motorized vehicles are prohibited. Bikers are advised to make themselves known to hikers on trails in advance and show proper etiquette. Likewise Horseback Riders are required to keep their horses under control at all times. The horse ( Equus caballus) is a hoofed ( Ungulate) Mammal, one of eight living species of the family Equidae.
Recreational Opportunities
- Bike Paths
- Hiking
- Horseback Riding Trails
- Skiing (Cross-Country)
- Walking Trails
- Bird Watching
External links
- Park Website: http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/northeast/call.htm
- Trail Map: http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/trails/callahan.gif
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