Life's A Beach: Robinson State Park

A beautiful day meant it was time for another Adventure with Aubrey! This time we decided to

explore Robinson State Park in Agawam, MA. There was a $5 entry fee which it's a good thing I actually had some cash on me because I didn't look this up in advance. Most state parks have an entry fee though often ranging from $2-$5. You can also buy an annual pass from the state if you are a resident for $35. It costs more for out of state. I did take note though when we left that there are places you can park on the outskirts of the park and then hike in. Will definitely do this next time as they are by other trails Aubrey and I have yet to explore!

Robinson State Park is absolutely beautiful! The Westfield River runs alongside so you encounter lots of little streams throughout the woods. There is also an area where you can launch your kayak into the river. This is the area where I parked and entered to hike. There are plenty of trails to take in this area...I'm positive Aubrey and I covered every single one and every route possible in this area. (Hence my aching body today!) The trails do have markings on trees to keep track of where you are and many do lead back to the road that travels through the park if you get lost or confused of where you are.

Post hike, it was time to sit down as usual and have a healthy snack. We hiked past where the car was parked and headed to where they have a pond and small beach. The beach was staffed by two lifeguards but considering it was a cooler day, there was no one even there! Found a tree giving the perfect amount of shade needed alongside the pond and sat down on a blanket for some sliced granny smith apple, nectarine, veggie sticks and crackers.

Two little girls showed up at the beach sparking Aubrey's interest so we did wander over there. Well more like I chased her over there because she saw kids and toys and ran as fast as her little legs could take her to go socialize. Sure enough, I wound up having to take off her clothes and shoes, as well as my socks and shoes because my beach bum wanted to go into the water. So we had some impromptu beach fun in the sun :)

Overall a great day at Robinson State Park! A fun place for families, hiking, biking, kayaking, swimming, beaching and picnicking! Scouted out some other areas I intend to explore next on the drive out and what do you know, Aubrey fell asleep in the car, hopefully dreaming about her fun and exciting wilderness experience...

Below is a slideshow of pictures I took of our adventure:

Music used in slideshow: Two Coins by Dispatch