A restored 19-acre former lumber yard on the Acushnet River, now a Buzzards Bay Coalition park with a half-mile boardwalk trail, a footbridge, and two river overlooks. Much of the path is ADA accessible, and the Hawes Family Learning Center on site has exhibits on the river's history and ecology.
What to expect
Trails
About half a mile of trail through woods and along the river, including a footbridge and boardwalks through restored wetlands, with two overlooks; much of it…
Accessibility
Many parts of the trail are ADA accessible
Fishing
Allowed year-round
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Common questions
Is The Sawmill open today?
The Sawmill is a public preserve in Acushnet, MA. There is no live closure feed for preserves & forests; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Is it stroller and wheelchair friendly?
Much of the boardwalk and main trail is ADA accessible, making it one of the more accessible reserves in the Acushnet River network.
Where do I park at The Sawmill?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at The Sawmill?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to The Sawmill?
Leashed dogs welcome
Is The Sawmill wheelchair accessible?
Many parts of the trail are ADA accessible