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An early wharf built of logs and stone marks this site at most tides. Access from Nelson Memorial Forest and by boat.
510 Grove St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
These 44 acres of historic woodlots contain walking trails through forest and wetland with a few small footbridges. Owned by Norwell Conservation.
84 Circuit St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
Hanover Conservation owns this property off Circuit Street. It contains 1.2 miles of marked, intersection loop trails through the woods, plus a pond, a vernal pool, and a field.
Wompatuck Main Entrance, 18-2 Lazell St, Hingham, MA 02043, USA
This 3500-acre Massachusetts state park served as the Hingham Naval Ammunition Annex from 1941 to 1965. It stretches into four towns — Hingham, Cohasset, Scituate and Norwell. The park features numerous seasonal campsites, plus fishing and non-motorized boating on the Aaron River Reservoir. There are 12 miles of paved bike paths, plus off-road trails for […]
24 Marshfield Ave, Humarock, MA 02047, USA
Scituate Town Beach property. Humarock is a barrier beach, 3 miles in length. On one side is the Atlantic Ocean, and on the other side is the South River. There is a launch ramp in the town parking lot, but a Scituate beach sticker is required to park there, and it requires a 250-foot portage over […]
68 Peabody Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
6 acres of Marshfield Conservation land with a trail through mixed forest and wetlands. An oasis for migrating birds.
Marshfield Recreation Department, 900 Ferry St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Former location of Coast Guard Communications Center, established in 1943 during World War II to transmit weather information and keep track of shipping along the Eastern Seaboard. The property is now home to the Marshfield Recreation Department and features a popular sledding hill, walking trails, volleyball, basketball and horseshoe courts, and a picnic area.
325 Standish St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Marshfield Town Beach property. Trails through the sand dunes lead to the South River. A popular access point for paddlers. Tide Math: High tide on the South River at Rexhame is about 45 minutes after the Boston high tide.
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Look for the kiosk in the parking area for the CVS at 1880 Ocean Street and follow the Rail Trail beside it 0.15 miles to the Francis Keville Bridge, a beautiful spot overlooking the South River and its marshes. A ramp and float provide seasonal access for small non-motorized boats. Tide Math: High tide at […]
85 Willow St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
37 acres of Marshfield Conservation land along Zena’s Brook, a tributary to the South River. Trails through woods and wetlands with small sections of boardwalk.
2148 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
This 1.7 acre park has river views, a boardwalk, and a picnic area, plus a Marshfield Veterans Honor Roll.
2200 Ocean St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
The South River flows through this historic milling and manufacturing site, which dates back to 1656, when William Ford and Josiah Winslow erected Marshfield’s first grist mill. Now home to a fish ladder, undershot water wheel, and passive recreational park.
Wildlands Trust- Pudding Hill Reservation, 81 Pudding Hill Ln, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
37-acre Wildlands Trust property located on Chandler’s Pond and the South River. The pond owes its existence to a dam built for milling operations in colonial times. Both the pond-side meadow and the trail leading up a forested ridge offer views.
214 Plain St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
27 acres of Marshfield Conservation land with 1/2 mile of trail around a former cranberry bog.
505 Ferry St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
This railroad right-of-way is now owned by the town of Marshfield. The linear parcel extends from just south of Summer Street to Ocean Street, about 3 miles, with occasional road crossings.
758 Main St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
With a total of 775 acres, this is Marshfield’s largest conservation property. There is an established trail network through forested uplands and freshwater wetlands, plus two of the highest elevations in town.
226 Webster St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Marshfield Conservation owns the 130-acre Webster’s Wilderness. It is part of the 1200 acres that once belonged to US Senator and two-time Secretary of State Daniel Webster. A trail network leads through lowland forest and wetlands. The property features pond views, vernal pools, and a portion of the historic Pilgrim Trail.
Wildlands Trust - Hoyt-Hall Preserve, 780 Careswell St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
123 diverse acres surrounding Long Tom Pond. A long loop trail leads through freshwater wetlands, red maple swamp, and mature forest. A prime location for birding. Owned by The Wildlands Trust.
19 North St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury Conservation owns this 100-acre parcel. In the past, it was known as Feinberg Bog. It is comprised primarily of former cranberry bogs, and is adjacent to Route 3. There is a network of trails through white pine forest and wetland, totaling about 1 mile in length.
677 Temple St, Duxbury, MA 02332, USA
Duxbury Conservation owns this wooded 32-acre parcel. A network of intersecting cart paths and footpaths extends through pine forest, and along wetlands, ponds and vernal pools. Harlow Brook flows through the property and eventually into the South River.
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The South River and its tributary, Phillips Brook, flow through this 450-acre Duxbury Conservation property. There are walking trails in two sections, but much of Camp Wing is maintained as wilderness for water protection and wildlife habitat. Several rare or uncommon species of plants and animals can be found here.
Misty Meadows Conservation Area, 34 Ingham Way, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
153 acres of Pembroke Conservation land, including upland forest and freshwater wetland. One trail leads to a bench overlooking Herring Brook. Another leads to the Willow Brook Farm Preserve. This is an excellent place to experience the rare tidal freshwater marsh of the Herring Brook Valley, renowned as one of the most diverse and interesting […]
Wildlands Trust - Willow Brook Farm Preserve, 99 Barker St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
The Wildlands Trust owns these 167 acres of upland and wetlands at the confluence of Pudding and Herring Brooks. The area is renowned as one of the most diverse and interesting inland natural areas in Southeastern Massachusetts. Walking trails lead to an observation platform with an unspoiled view of the 2,000-acre Herring Brook valley. The […]
149 Barker St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
This Pembroke Conservation property surrounds Herring Brook. In the springtime, usually in April, herring begin their annual migration. Starting from Massachusetts Bay, they swim up the North River for 12 miles to this site and beyond. They are on their way to their spawning grounds at Gorham Mill, Oldham Pond, and Furnace Pond. You can […]
1126 Broadway, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
This linear property is owned by Hanover Conservation. It extends for 2 miles along the banks of the Indian Head River in South Hanover. The trails follow the course of the river and offer stunning views. A former railroad bed provides the primary trail. Several narrower footpaths lead right up to the water’s edge, often […]
720 State St, Hanson, MA 02341, USA
Four contiguous parcels totaling 13 acres, adjacent to the Indian Head River and Rocky Run Brook. Owned by Hanson Conservation Commission and Plymouth County Conservation Commission.
Mass Audubon's Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary, Winslow Cemetery Rd, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
578 acres along the Green Harbor River, owned by Mass Audubon. The Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary contains a variety of habitats, including grasslands, marsh, red cedar swamp, and upland forest. There is also a small pond. Trails and boardwalks stretch across expansive fields, along riverbanks, and through woods of cherry, maple and birch. There are two wildlife […]
25 School St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
This 287 acre property protects five Marshfield town well sites. Furnace Brook flows through the long, narrow parcel from north to south. There is a 1.5-mile network of trails in the section between Pine and School Streets.
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55 acres of Hanover Conservation land, comprised of the Morrill Allen Phillips Sanctuary and the Merry Conservation parcel. 1.6 miles of intersecting, well-marked forest paths plus the occasional boardwalk and footbridge. A pleasant walk in the woods!
519 Broadway, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
38 acres of Hanover Conservation land, with 3.6 miles of trails and the occasional footbridge. Wooded trails lead around an extensive network of former cranberry bogs. Iron Mine Brook runs through this property. The eastern side includes some town Water Protection facilities.
418 Elm St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
The Tucker Preserve is 78.6 acre property owned by the Wildlands Trust. A looping network of trails leads through the woods and across two streams, with several captivating views of the Indian Head River. At the western boundary, there is a large grove of hemlock. Peering down from the top of the ridge into the […]
418 Elm St, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
The Pembroke Conservation Commission owns these 34 acres of open meadow and forested upland. The Curtis Rubber Mill (founded in 1873), the largest of its kind in the country, once stood here, on both sides of the river. Look for remains of the factory in the woods on the Pembroke side, just south of the […]
48 Jacobs Ln, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Education center with programming for all ages, located on 30 acres of meadows and woodland with 6 interpretive trails. Home to the EcoZone, a small interactive museum featuring live native animals.
2 Indian Head Dr, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
A combination of state and local agencies own 50 acres of conservation land here along the Indian Head River. Long ago, the North River-built steamship Mattakeesett delivered iron ingots to the Hanover forges. It would travel upstream all the way to Chapman’s Landing, the westernmost shipping point on the river. The property now features two […]
243 Elm St, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
The Hanover Conservation Commission owns these 22-acres of open meadow and forested upland. The Curtis Anchor Forge, famous for casting the anchor of the USS Constitution, was located here in the 1700s. Also on this site was the Curtis Rubber Mill (founded in 1873), the largest of its kind in the country. The dam on […]
2 Indian Head Dr, Hanover, MA 02339, USA
This public canoe and kayak launch offers access to the Indian Head River, Herring Brook, and the North River. It is also the location of the take out for the NSRWA’s annual Great River Race. Trailheads for two Hanover Conservation parcels – Chapman’s Landing and Iron Mine Brook – are here as well. Tide Math: […]
18 Canoe Club Ln, Pembroke, MA 02359, USA
This 20-acre Wildlands Trust nature preserve, with 100 feet of frontage along the North River, features red maple swamp, small stands of Atlantic White Cedar, and a view of the freshwater tidal marsh. A boardwalk trail provides an overlook of the wetlands but no access to the river.
291 Union St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
68 acres on the North River, owned by The Trustees, with salt marsh and upland forest. Founded in 1640 by the Hatch family, Two Mile Farm, derives its name from rights granted to the Town of Scituate (whose boundaries encompassed the farm until 1788) to harvest salt hay “two miles along the river and one […]
2 Meadow Farm Way, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
184 acres of Norwell Conservation land along the North River with 2-3 miles of intersecting trails. Named for Cornet Robert Stetson, who settled here in 1634.
108-150 Maryland St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
11 acres of Marshfield Conservation land abutting Two Mile Farm. Trails and a view of the North River.
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4 acres of upland surrounded by 12 acres of marsh owned by the Town of Marshfield. A popular picnic area. Camping by reservation. Apply for a permit at Marshfield’s Conservation Office. Water access only. Little Blueberry Island, considerably smaller but also inviting, is located just a little bit farther upstream.
North River, Marshfield, MA 02050, United States
This 20-acre parcel of town-owned land features one of the few sandy beaches on the North River. Water access for small and mid-size boats. Trail access from Couch Memorial Cemetery. Camping by reservation for local nonprofit groups. Apply for permit at Marshfield DPW’s Cemeteries/Trees/Greens Department. Tide Math: High tide at Couch Beach is about 2 […]
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123 acres owned by the Town of Marshfield. The property is comprised of forest, freshwater wetlands, brooks, and salt marsh, with two miles of rustic trails and recently-renovated boardwalks. Now heavily wooded, this was once prime agricultural land. A number of old stone walls remain.
Donovan Fields, Circuit St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
A two-mile network of paved walking/cycling trails, sidewalks and boardwalks, the Norwell Pathway provides an alternative to crossing town via Route 123. If you park near the Norwell Middle School (328 Main Street), you can travel more than a mile in either direction – west to the high school or east to Gaffield Park. There […]
Donovan Fields, Circuit St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
Norwell’s Conservation Commission owns these woods and open fields, located at the intersection of Circuit, Forest, and Pleasant Streets. The property consists of 150 acres. Fifty acres of fields are leased out for agricultural purposes. Another 100 acres, mostly woods, are home to wildlife habitat and walking trails. Donovan-Wildcat is one of many access points […]
190 Bowker St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
200 acres, including Burnt Plain Swamp. Simon Hill is a 27-acre conservation area managed by Norwell’s Conservation Commission and Water Department. Bowker Street Conservation Area is a 173-acre property managed by Norwell’s Water Department.
181 Mt Blue St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
350 acres of Norwell Conservation land including Black Pond Bog and Black Pond Swamp. Portions owned by The Nature Conservancy.
81 Jacobs Ln, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
189 acres of Norwell Conservation Land with an extensive trail system around the north, east, and west sides of the 60-acre pond. There are canoe/kayak launches at both the Jacobs Lane and Duncan Drive entrances. There is a fishing dock at Jacobs Lane. Other fishing locations include the Cliff Prentiss Bridge near Duncan Drive, the […]
38 Forest St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
The Norwell Conservation Commission owns this 47-acre parcel of upland and wetlands. It contains several trails, with access from Forest Street. In the woods, you’ll see several old stone walls. Miller Woods is one of many access points to Norwell’s Pathway, a paved bike and walking trail.
625 Main St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
40 acres of Norwell Conservation land connect Main and Central Streets with a network of trails. Walk across the field and then look for the trailhead at the edge of the woods. In the forest, you’ll find a mix of white pine, oak, and maple.
68 River St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
This 8-acre parcel of town-owned land in Norwell contains multi-activity playground structures, short trails, and a sledding hill. Gaffield Park is one of many access points to Norwell’s Pathway, a paved bike and walking trail.
18 Dover St, Norwell, MA 02061, USA
More than a half-mile of river frontage graces this 129 acre parcel owned by the Trustees of Reservation. Mrs. Albert Norris donated the original parcel in 1970. The property was expanded in 1992 by a gift of land from the McMullen family, and again in 2000 with a gift of land from the Gordon Family. Second […]
32 New Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Herring River Trail runs 0.4-miles along a former railroad bed through the marshes to the Herring River. The railroad bed continues through the marshes to the North River, but there is no public access.
John Little Conservation Area, Union St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
These 75 acres of Marshfield Conservation land include pasture, forest, and marsh, along with some gorgeous views of the river. Walking the trails, one encounters old stone walls and cart paths, which offer a glimpse of the property’s agricultural past. A dock provides access from the water.
Wildlands Trust - Phillips Farm Preserve, Highland St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
40 acres owned by The Wildlands Trust. Contiguous with several other protected natural areas, the property has trails that connect to Nelson Memorial Forest and Union Street Woodland.
1253 Union St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
41 acres of Marshfield Conservation land. Mixed hardwood and white pine forest. A half-mile trail with rustic boardwalks leads to Nelson Memorial Forest. Another trail leads to Phillips Farm Preserve. These three properties together provide more than 200 acres of open space and wildlife habitat along the North River in Marshfield. The greenbelt continues across […]
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The New England Forestry Foundation owns this 180 acre parcel. There are 3 miles of intersecting trails through varied habitats. One trail offers views of Cove Creek and the marshes that surround it. Another trail leads down a steep slope to a gorgeous view of the North River and the Union Street Bridge. Nearby are […]
8 Cushing Rd, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
A short woodland trail leads to the burial site of Chief Justice William Cushing. Possibly the smallest state park in the Commonwealth.
Mass Audubon's North River Wildlife Sanctuary, 2000 Main St, Marshfield, MA 02050, USA
Mass Audubon’s 225-acre North River Wildlife Sanctuary features 2.5 miles of trails through field and forest, including a 0.25 mile universally accessible sensory trail. An observation platform on the North River is one of the sanctuary’s many attractions.
32 New Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
The Driftway Multi-Purpose Path is a 1.5-mile paved bicycle and walking trail. It extends alongside The Driftway from the parking area for the Herring Brook Trail to Gilson Road.
60 New Driftway, Scituate, MA 02066, USA
A scenic walkway along the Herring River for public use fronts this development. Water access to private marina.
Conservation Park, Driftway, Scituate, MA, USA
This 450-acre Scituate Conservation property features a panoramic view of the Herring River and its salt marshes. The Town of Scituate purchased the land from the Boston Sand and Gravel Company. In the 1930s, Boston Sand and Gravel mined for the property for projects such as the construction of Logan International Airport. You can still see […]
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The Preble Family deeded this 50-acre parcel of marsh and barrier beach to the NSRWA in 1975. The marsh protects the nesting grounds for the Piping Plover. Pedestrian access via a path at the corner of Collier and Moreland Roads, Scituate, but no public parking.
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Located at the mouth of the North and South Rivers, this popular summertime beach is also known as Sandy. Low tide provides more real estate on which to park your chair or blanket. The Spit is accessible by boat, or on foot via a trail/boardwalk from Third Cliff. The wide, flat, sandy terrain of The Spit […]
