World's End

World's End is a peninsula in Hingham featuring four drumlin hills, including Pine Hill and Planter's Hill, with wooded areas and open fields throughout. The landscape combines tree groves with grassland sections that attract various bird species.

Frederick Law Olmsted designed this peninsula in 1889 as a residential development, though the planned houses were never constructed. Instead, it eventually became protected land managed for conservation.

The peninsula integrates into the Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area while maintaining its natural character through conservation efforts.

Walking trails are well-marked and easy to follow throughout the area. Conditions vary by season, so plan your visit accordingly.

This location was once considered as a possible site for the United Nations headquarters and later as a potential nuclear power plant location. These competing visions show how dramatically the area's future direction changed.

Location: Hingham

GPS coordinates: 42.26725,-70.87933

Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:03