3. Rocky View Trail (7.8 acres)

The trail begins about 150 feet south of the Hoover School and is marked by a large sign stating “Rocky View Trail”. The blue marked trail follows a southerly course down to Swains Pond (with connection to the Knox Trail), up hills and through low shrubs. The end of the trail offers a panoramic view of the Boston skyline, harbor, and lowland Melrose.

4. Knox Memorial Trail

The trail begins on Swains Pond Ave. just north of Swains Pond. The trail runs westerly along the perimeter of the pond then in a southerly direction to a large rock outcropping offering a terrific view of the pond and the surrounding natural setting. This trail branches off to the Rocky View Trail system.

5. Flagg Acres Trails (10 acres)

Established in 1977, Flagg Acres is a scenic wooded area with steep hills used as a passive recreation area for hiking, environmental study, and scenic observation. The highest elevation at 200 feet offers a panoramic view of lowland Melrose, Mt. Hood Tower, Lynn Harbor, and the Boston skyline. Flagg Acres consists of 3 trails: The red trail connects to the Seaview Trail System; the blue trail is a moderate to difficult leading to Mt. Hood, and the green trail follows the shoreline of Towners Pond.

6. Seaview Trails (2.5 acres)

The trail (marked in red, below) begins at the end of Water St. off Beach St. The area is a sparsely wooded hilltop and is used for passive recreation and as a nature area.

7. Mt Hood Memorial Park (235 acres)

The Mt Hood Memorial Park is located on Stillman Rd. The park is utilized year round as a multi-purpose recreation facility. Summer activities include golf, hiking, fishing, picnicking, and passive recreation. Winter activities include skating, sledding, cross country skiing, and snow-shoeing. The park is connected to the Conservation Commission's Trail network.