A small mill pond behind Placentino Elementary School whose trail loop and namesake dam are part of a long-running plan to string Holliston's open space into one connected greenbelt.
What to expect
Trails
Trails easy · natural, described as kid-friendly
Dogs
Holliston's Animal Control bylaw requires owners to keep their dog from running at large, in effect a townwide leash rule enforced by the Animal Control Officer. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Hours
No posted opening or closing time. Signs at the entrance win if they differ. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Managed by
Holliston Conservation Commission
508-429-0607 · WebsiteCommon questions
Are there trails at Factory Pond Conservation Area?
Yes. easy difficulty. Surface: natural, described as kid-friendly.
Is there an entry fee at Factory Pond Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Factory Pond Conservation Area?
Holliston's Animal Control bylaw requires owners to keep their dog from running at large, in effect a townwide leash rule enforced by the Animal Control Officer. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
What rules should I know at Factory Pond Conservation Area?
The dam has been under repair, so footing near the spillway may be uneven until the project fully wraps up.