The park contains the stone foundations of mills that operated on the site from the 1700s through the early 20th century.
The water-powered sawmills at this site were vital to the early colonial development of the Paxton area.
The property was donated to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts by the Moore family, for whom the park is named.
The park's stone bridge and dam structure represent classic New England colonial masonry techniques.
Turkey Hill Brook provides the water source for the site's signature pond and small waterfalls.
Moore State Park is a 737-acre historic site centered around the remnants of a 17th-century sawmill and grist mill. The landscape features the Eames Pond, which is fed by the Turkey Hill Brook and flanked by stone foundations from early industrial structures. Visitors can hike trails that lead through wooded areas, past cascading waterfalls, and around the remnants of the site's original mill dam. The park is well-known for its rhododendrons and azaleas, which bloom extensively in the late spring. The grounds are maintained as a combination of natural woodland and preserved colonial industrial architecture. No significant commercial amenities are present on-site, emphasizing a natural experience. The park serves as a connection point for various unpaved walking paths that traverse the local Paxton geography.
The stone bridge spanning Turkey Hill Brook with the waterfall in the background.
Wear waterproof hiking boots if visiting after rainfall, as trail paths near the brook can become muddy.
Bring a camera with a macro lens to capture the detailed stonework of the old mill foundations.
Pack all food and beverages, as there are no trash cans or concession stands inside the park.
Do not attempt to climb or sit on the historic stone mill walls as they are unstable and protected.
Park grounds are typically dawn-to-dusk operations year-round.
Carry-in/carry-out policy applies to all trash; stay on marked trails to protect fragile historical mill foundations.
