Agawam

Six Flags New England, Route 159, 1623 Main St., 413 786-9300, (http://www.sixflags.com/n...). Seasonal - weekends only in the spring and fall. Large amusement park with ten roller-coasters, numerous thrill rides, and an expansive water park for those sweltering summer days. A major attraction in Greater Springfield.

Robinson State Park, North Street, 413 786-2877, (http://www.mass.gov/dcr/p...). State Park located on the Westfield River. Picnicking, mountain biking, hiking, walking, swimming.