Rutland, Massachusetts is a quietly proud Worcester County hilltop community — the geographical center of Massachusetts — offering working farms, a beautiful swimming lake, and an authentically rural character that rewards every visitor.
Lilac Hedge Farm is a beloved destination delivering stellar ground beef, local craft beer, farm-fresh vegetables, and hayrides in a setting that families call one of their absolute favorites. Rutland State Park offers clean lake swimming, kayaking, hiking, and BBQ picnicking in a hidden gem setting. The Mass Central Rail Trail provides scenic multi-use cycling through beautiful countryside.
For dining, Maple Ave Diner serves excellent apple French toast and crispy bacon in a cozy Rutland institution, and Ladd’s Restaurant delivers reliably satisfying chicken piccata at consistently great prices.