Picnic spots in Boston and beyond

BRADLEY PALMER STATE PARK , Asbury Street, Topsfield. 978-887-5931. Whether you want to hike, run, walk the dog, or just spread out on one of the 700-plus acres of rolling meadow on this former estate, you’ve got options. On hot summer days the wading pool and picnic area get busy (parking is $5 per car). Consider grilling here, or, if you want to get away from the crowds, grab a map from the park headquarters and find a secluded spot along the Ipswich River. Just watch out for the wild turkeys. By: Luke O'Neil, Globe Correspondent
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BRADLEY PALMER STATE PARK, Asbury Street, Topsfield. 978-887-5931.

Whether you want to hike, run, walk the dog, or just spread out on one of the 700-plus acres of rolling meadow on this former estate, you’ve got options. On hot summer days the wading pool and picnic area get busy (parking is $5 per car). Consider grilling here, or, if you want to get away from the crowds, grab a map from the park headquarters and find a secluded spot along the Ipswich River. Just watch out for the wild turkeys.

By: Luke O'Neil, Globe Correspondent