World’s End - Bucketlisted

World’s End

251 acres of rolling coastal trails with skyline views

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Where the Star-Spangled Banner was born: a compact fort with sweeping harbor views and living history. It’s an easy win—flat paths, open lawns, and a visitor film that sets the scene in under 15 minutes.

Start at the visitor center for your map, then follow the ramp to the east wall for the best harbor vantage. Time your visit for a flag raising or lowering—the ranger talk turns the place into a story you’ll remember.

For a slower visit, circle the star-shaped ramparts clockwise and watch ships move in and out of the Patapsco.

What’s new? Updated today

Sunset flag lowering 6:30pm (Fri–Sun)
Temporary exhibit: War of 1812
Harbor shuttle every 20 minutes

What are the hours? — 9:00–17:00 (daily)

Hours may vary for holidays and special events; check the official site before you go.

How much does it cost? — $15 adults · kids free

Admission covers the fort and visitor center exhibits; special tours may be extra.

Where do I park? — On-site lot + overflow

Lots can fill on weekends by mid-day; arrive early or consider rideshare.

Is it accessible? — Flat paths; accessible restrooms

Most ramparts have graded access; some historic areas may have uneven surfaces.

Arrive 30 min before sunset for the lowering ceremony and best light.
Wind picks up on the ramparts—bring a light jacket even in summer.
Stroller route: enter via visitor center, ramp to east wall loop.

With a name like World’s End, you’d expect something dramatic—and this stunning peninsula in Hingham Harbor delivers. Shaped by ancient glaciers and saved from development multiple times, this preserved paradise offers rolling coastal trails, rocky shorelines, and panoramic views of the Boston skyline.

Designed in 1890 by Frederick Law Olmsted, the mastermind behind Central Park, its winding carriage paths were meant for an exclusive residential community that was never built. Instead, the land narrowly escaped becoming the United Nations Headquarters in the 1940s and later a nuclear power plant in the 1960s. Thanks to conservation efforts, World’s End remains a pristine retreat where salt marshes thrive, tides shape the landscape, and nature lovers can explore forests, meadows, and gentle hilltop vistas.

Whether you’re here to hike, jog, or simply soak in the view, this bucket-list-worthy escape is just 15 miles from downtown Boston—but it feels like another world. Advance passes are required for weekends and holidays, so plan ahead for your journey to the edge of nature.

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