Just small walk from the heart of the city, Blue Hills Reservation includes thousands of acres stretching across Milton, Braintree, Quincy, Randolph, Canton and Dedham. Along its way, the Great Blue Hill is a moderate 2.3-mile circle that offers more incredible views of the cityscape at a tallness of 635 feet. Blue Hills Reservation has a great deal to offer both long lasting hikers and those who need to stroll through stunning scenery. What other place would you be able to go climbing approach Boston and discover 125 miles of trails? Meander through shady woods on Little Blue Hills, climb rough ledges to stunning views at Quincy Quarries or welcome your family on a short stroll and appreciate a swim at Houghton's Pond. There are 125 miles of trails that will take you over hills, through marshes, across meadows, and the sky is the limit from there. Ensure you bring a path map. You can use the guide alongside the small white markers posted at some path intersections to sort out precisely where you are on the path: the markers have 4-digit numbers that correspond to locations on the guide.