Welcome to Franklin County

Whether you’re wild or mild, you’ll love the adventures Massachusetts’ Franklin County has to offer! Get your adrenaline pumping white water rafting when you tame the waters of Deerfield River’s Zoar Gap rapid. Good luck not getting wet! The Northfield Mountain Recreation Area’s 26 miles of biking and hiking trails are a dryer alternative to explore the county’s beauty. And, for a more “scented” adventure, take a whiff at the Yankee Candle Company’s flagship store in South Deerfield. The world’s largest candle store offers everything from candle accessories, Christmas decorations and a candle-making museum, making this “Scenter of the Universe,” a true adventure in shopping! There’s plenty of adventures to be had in Franklin County - discover which is right for you!