A 75.5-acre town property purchased from the Haynes family in 2007, split between 12 acres of ball fields and playground and 57 acres of conservation trails through wetland and forest. A newer turf-field complex on the property, sometimes listed separately as Boxford Commons, adds football, soccer, and field hockey fields plus play space for younger kids.
What to expect
Trails
Trails for passive recreation cross the 57-acre conservation portion of the property.
Dogs
Dogs may be off leash under voice control on Boxford conservation land and in town parks, since the town has no general leash law. A leash is required from a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise, and the animal control…
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Town of Boxford
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On site
Shelter
turf fields for football, soccer, and field hockey
Common questions
Is there an entry fee at Boxford Common?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Boxford Common?
Dogs may be off leash under voice control on Boxford conservation land and in town parks, since the town has no general leash law. A leash is required from a half hour after sunset to a half hour before sunrise, and the animal control officer can require restraint at a specific park.