A small 28-acre property north of West Acton Center with an easy half-mile loop through a meadow full of ponds and vernal pools. Birders come here for species like blue grosbeak and golden-winged warbler, and a red-blazed connector reaches into Boxborough.
What to expect
Trails
0.5-mile primary loop, nearly level, easy
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
Birdwatching
Allowed best in spring migration
Managed by
Acton Conservation Division
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On site
Info kiosk
kiosk at the main Central Street lot
Worth knowing
- A 7-acre triangular extension of the property crosses the active MBTA rail line.
Common questions
The meadow and pond habitat here has documented sightings of blue grosbeak and golden-winged warbler among other species.
Is there an entry fee at Jenks Conservation Land?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Jenks Conservation Land?
Dogs must be controlled at all times; waste must be picked up on trails
What rules should I know at Jenks Conservation Land?
Alcohol prohibited.