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Anderson Conservation Area

Details unconfirmedPreserve · Acton, MA
Right now

A 33-acre conservation parcel with a small dirt lot on Arlington Street and a flat, boardwalk-crossed trail that connects to the Bulette/Town Forest land next door. It's a good short add-on walk rather than a standalone destination.

What to expect

Trails
1.4-mile trail connecting to Bulette/Town Forest, plus a 0.3-mile loop; relatively flat with about 55 feet of total elevation gain and at least two boardwalk…
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Dogs must be controlled at all times; waste must be picked up on trails
Hours
One hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset
Accessibility
Not documented; dirt lot and boardwalk crossings, not graded accessible
Managed by
Acton Conservation Division (978) 929-6634 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.

What's here

Not here

No drinking water

Common questions

Where's the parking?
There's a small dirt lot for about four cars on Arlington Street, west of Newtown Road.
Is there an entry fee at Anderson Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Anderson Conservation Area?
Dogs must be controlled at all times; waste must be picked up on trails
Is Anderson Conservation Area wheelchair accessible?
Not documented; dirt lot and boardwalk crossings, not graded accessible
What rules should I know at Anderson Conservation Area?
Alcohol prohibited.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (restroom info, accessibility detail). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-08-14.