World's End
Massachusetts · Northeast
Easy
April-May, September-October
$8 for non-members
8:00 AM – sunset daily
About This Location
World's End is a 251-acre peninsula of glacial drumlins in Hingham, Massachusetts, managed by The Trustees of Reservations. The landscape — designed by Frederick Law Olmsted — features rolling hills, open meadows, tree-lined carriage paths, and dramatic views of the Boston Harbor Islands and the city skyline.
The peninsula's coastal position makes it an effective migrant trap during spring and fall. Warblers, sparrows, and thrushes concentrate in the scattered tree groves and shrubby edges, while the open grasslands attract Bobolinks, Eastern Meadowlarks, and migrant raptors. The rocky shoreline hosts shorebirds and provides scanning opportunities for harbor seals, sea ducks, and loons. Over 200 species have been recorded. The site's beauty and accessibility make it one of the South Shore's most beloved outdoor destinations.
Location
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Notable Species
Live Bird Data
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Notable Sightings
Rare or unusual species spotted nearby in the last 14 days
Bridled Tern
Onychoprion anaethetus
Purple Martin
Progne subis
Wilson's Storm-Petrel
Oceanites oceanicus
American Kestrel
Falco sparverius
Little Blue Heron
Egretta caerulea
Great Cormorant (North Atlantic)
Phalacrocorax carbo
Recent Observations
Species reported at this location in the last 14 days
Common Raven
American Herring Gull
Double-crested Cormorant
Osprey
Fish Crow
American Robin
House Finch
American Goldfinch
Song Sparrow
Northern Cardinal
Downy Woodpecker
Hairy Woodpecker
Eastern Wood-Pewee
Eastern Phoebe
Great Crested Flycatcher
Eastern Kingbird
Red-eyed Vireo
Black-capped Chickadee
Tufted Titmouse
Gray Catbird
Birding Tips
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The tree-lined carriage paths and groves at the base of the drumlins are the best areas for spring migrants
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Scan the harbor from the peninsula tip for loons, eiders, and sea ducks in winter and spring
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Parking fills quickly on nice weekends — arrive early or visit on weekdays
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Visit during spring migration (April-May) for the greatest species diversity
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Fall migration (September-October) brings waves of southbound warblers and raptors
Amenities
Nearby Attractions
- Boston Harbor Islands
- Weir River Estuary
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