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Sampson Park & Faunce Memorial Forest

Details unconfirmedPark · Kingston, MA
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The original 100-acre parcel (established 1963 as the Elizabeth B. Sampson Memorial Park) that, combined with the adjoining Faunce Memorial Forest, forms a roughly 175-acre town forest along the Jones River off Elm Street. This point sits on the Elm Street side of that combined property.

What to expect

Trails
1.4-mile main trail with spurs through upland and wetland, marked with white blazes, part of the Bay Circuit Trail
Dogs
No dog may be in any public place, or on any land or way in Kingston, unless it is on a leash or an effective tether designed for dogs and under the control of its owner or keeper.
Fishing
Allowed Year-round, subject to state regulations
Managed by
Town of Kingston Conservation Department 781-585-0517 · Website

What's here

On site

Playground
None confirmed; this is a forested trail property, not a playground park
Info kiosk
Picnic area
Picnic tables and benches along the trail

Not here

No restrooms

Common questions

Are there walking trails?
Yes, a 1.4-mile main trail with wetland and upland spurs, plus a segment of the regional Bay Circuit Trail.
Can I bring my dog to Sampson Park & Faunce Memorial Forest?
No dog may be in any public place, or on any land or way in Kingston, unless it is on a leash or an effective tether designed for dogs and under the control of its owner or keeper.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (hunting_season, open_season, entry_fee). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-09-13.