Wellness on the Walkways Special Event: Nature Reflections on the Merrimack Riverboat

Lowell National Historical Park Tours

Join Lowell National Historical Park on Sunday September 28th at 11am to enjoy a morning boat ride while taking in the nature and beauty along the Merrimack River. Take some time to be still, present, and reflect. We will provide writing and art materials, (or bring your own!) and prompt you along the boat ride to encourage your creativity to flow.

This event is part of Lowell National Historical Park’s Wellness on the Walkways Series of events. Stay active with a variety of activities exploring the city’s urban and natural landscapes via the many walkways of Lowell.

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Need to Know

• Boat Safety

  All boats are equipped with water safety equipment, including lifejackets for adults and youth. We do not require lifejackets to be worn on tours, but they are available for use if necessary.

• Accessibility

  The riverboat is not wheelchair accessible for boarding. Boarding the boat requires navigating up and down approximately 10 steps. Visitors who have some mobility and have a wheelchair, walker, etc. will be able to stow their folded items. Boarding tour boats may involve walking on uneven ground, including grassy, wood, brick, and granite surfaces, as well as floating or stationary boat docks. Passengers must exercise caution and follow the safety instructions of the tour ranger and boat crew members.

• Weather & Cancellations

  Tours will proceed rain or shine but may be cancelled due to severe weather or water conditions.

• Location & Parking

  Tours will begin at the UMass Lowell Bellegarde Boathouse located at 500 Pawtucket Blvd, Lowell, MA 01854. 

  Free parking is available in the adjacent parking area for the Vandenberg Esplanade and along the shoulder of Pawtucket Boulevard.

• Arrival Time

  Visitors should plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to the 9:00 a.m. tour start time. Gates will close promptly at 9:01 a.m.

• Restrooms

  Public restrooms at the Bellegarde Boathouse will be available before the boat departs and upon return if requested. There are no restroom facilities available on the riverboat.

• No Food, Water Only

  Food is not allowed on tour boats. Water is allowed and encouraged.

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