11/19/24 ALERT: Blue Hills Reservation Houghton's Pond closed due to wildfire activity.
ALERT: New phone numbers take effect November 1.
Welcome to the Friends of the Blue Hills. We are a 1,000+ member non-profit organization devoted to preserving and protecting the Blue Hills Reservation’s natural beauty, diverse natural habitats and many recreational opportunities. Come and explore the Blue Hills ♥
Discover what is happening in the Blue Hills
... nature in your backyardBlue Hills Guide
Want to explore more of the Blue Hills? Download the authoritative guide to the Blue Hills Reservation!
Volunteer!
Volunteering doesn’t need to be a big time commitment.
Recommended Trails
Want to hike the Blue Hills, but don’t know where to begin? Visit our recommended trails page for the best hiking near Boston.
Support the Blue Hills
Help protect the park from inappropriate development — and help care for the trails and forests for years to come! Donate Now!
Did you know?
The Blue Hills needs friends like you. By becoming a member you will help protect the park from development (like past proposals for a hotel and private parking lot!), help maintain the trails and keep the forests healthy!
Join 1,000 others and become a member today!
Your membership will: Protect 7,000 acres Maintain 125 miles of trails Give 100,000 visitors the gift of the Blue Hills!