Franklin County Travel Guide

Massachusetts

A turbulent waterfall in a forested area with rocky terrain and dense greenery.
A lakeside town with autumn-colored trees, a stone bridge, and houses reflecting in the water.
A dam with a waterfall and a town in the background.
A large, two-story house with a steep gable roof, multiple windows, and a porch.
A rural landscape with houses, roads, and distant hills under a clear sky.

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A river with buildings reflected on the water, surrounded by greenery and hills.
Shelburne Falls
Known for Nature, Waterfalls and Entertainment
Trip time! Discover the natural setting, entertainment and history in Shelburne Falls.

Reasons to visit

  • Bridge of Flowers
  • Glacial Potholes, Shelburne Falls
  • Salmon Falls
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A snow-covered town with a prominent church steeple, red brick buildings, and a clear blue sky.
Greenfield
Known for Family-friendly, Flowers and Live music
Escape to romantic Greenfield! Enjoy its beer, live music and culture.

Reasons to visit

  • Old Greenfield Village
  • Energy Park
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A river winding through a valley with autumn foliage, surrounded by fields and distant hills.
Deerfield
Known for Historical, Scenery and Horse riding
Deerfield awaits: its history, horse riding, architecture and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Historic Deerfield Village
  • Memorial Hall Museum
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A wooden covered bridge with a 'DANGER KEEP OFF DAM' sign, surrounded by lush greenery.
Charlemont
Known for Skiing, Adventure and Natural parks
Escape to Charlemont! Enjoy its skiing, adventures and parks.

Reasons to visit

  • Hawley Bog Preserve
  • Bissell Covered Bridge
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A collection of colorful glass vases and bowls on a table.
South Deerfield
Known for Friendly people, Family-friendly and Shopping
Escape to quaint South Deerfield! Enjoy its wildlife and gardens.

Reasons to visit

  • Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory
  • Mount Sugarloaf State Reservation
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The Salem Witch Museum with a prominent red-lit window and Gothic architecture.
New Salem
Known for Nature
New Salem awaits: its natural setting and more!
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A rural landscape with a white house, a wooden barn, and a fenced area with trees displaying autumn foliage.

Historic Deerfield Village

Learn about the local history of Deerfield when you take a trip to Historic Deerfield Village. Discover the waterfalls while you're in the area.
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