Road Trips from Lowell, MA
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
26
Shortest
0.3h
With Parks Nearby
21
Under 2 hours
24 total in this range
Carver, MA
1h 38m75.1 mi one way
Bliss Corner, MA
1h 48m84.3 mi one way
Athol, MA
1h 16m53.8 mi one way
Spencer, MA
1h 12m51.5 mi one way
Amherst Center, MA
1h 54m77.2 mi one way
Full-day getaway
Browse by Mood
Carver, MA
1h 38m75.1 mi one way
Bliss Corner, MA
1h 48m84.3 mi one way
Ashfield, MA
2h 23m98.3 mi one way
Athol, MA
1h 16m53.8 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Peak fall foliage — plan late-September through mid-October.
Winter
Shorter days — prioritize shorter drives or southbound routes.
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