Lowest during January and February. The 50 mile linear corridor is located between the second and third largest cities in New England - Worcester and Providence. There are 24 towns and cities within the 2 state area which include Worcester, Leicester, Millbury, Sutton, Douglas, Uxbridge, Northbridge, Millville, Blackstone, Mendon, Hopedale, Upton and Grafton in Massachusetts as well as Woonsocket, Cumberland, Lincoln, North Smithfield, Burrillville, Glocester, Smithfield, Central Falls, Pawtucket plus portions of Providence and East Providence in Rhode Island. The area is a living and working environment with activities around the clock. The public accessible natural resources are usually restricted to daytime usage.
Many historical landmarks are open on limited occasion and some only by appointment.
New England weather is subject to rapid change. Wear appropriate clothing and shoes for outdoor activities, based on the season. Directional signage will point way to visitor information centers. No admission fees to the corridor or to any of its regular programs. Some of the private non-profit historical and environment sites of interest do charge admission or accept donations for special events and programs.