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What started as a simple farming community and evolved into a show and boat making mecca has now been ranked fourth for the area’s best places to live. No doubt, this has to do with its exceptional education system and incredible safety record, but its natural Massachusetts beauty should not be discounted.

Start by exploring the Town Forest. Established in 1923, this oasis encompasses 84 acres of pristine land. Despite 10,000 small white pines being planted in 1928, very few still remain. Instead, it’s worth the trip to explore the large outcroppings of ledge, on which many visitors claim they can see the imprint of dinosaur tracks. You can also use the old cart road through the area for horseback riding, hiking, or snowmobiling in the winter.

From there, you have your choice of which town park to visit first. From Aiken’s Park, a small but popular fishing area, to Berry Acres, a 30 acre hiking area with new and better trails being created each year, there are many options to explore. Whether you prefer fishing, hiking, tennis, or simply watching the kids on a playground, Hopkinton is the perfect area for you.

Each summer, the town gets together for a fantastic summer concert series, as well as a Fourth of July parade and bonfire. This community spirit is reflected in the town’s educational system, which is comprised not only of exceptional schools and teachers, but also of a strong system of community support. The Hopkinton Youth Services program, for one, offers free services for any youth in need of help.

Hopkinton real estate is primarily single family homes, but there are several Hopkinton condos and other property types available. The real estate market has been improving with the rest of the Boston area, so home prices are stabilizing and the area is fantastic for starting to raise a family.