An 80-acre city forest between Kimball Road and the Great Swamp, laced with color-coded trails from short inner loops to longer routes that cross power lines into the forest's western half. It connects on foot to the Great Swamp boardwalk.
What to expect
Trails
Multiple color-coded loops (red, green, yellow, orange); the red Inner Loop is shortest, the orange trail loops down to the swamp, yellow drops down a steep…
Dogs
Listed pet-friendly on the town's recreation-areas page; specific leash rule not separately posted for this parcel (city-wide leash bylaw likely applies).
Hours
Sunrise to sunset, daily, year-round
Managed by
Amesbury Conservation Commission
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On site
Info kiosk
Trail signage posted at key intersections
Not here
No drinking water
No drinking water source mentioned for this conservation land
Worth knowing
- Essex County Greenbelt's 29-acre Bartlett Reservation connects to the Town Forest via the Great Swamp Trail.
Common questions
Is Amesbury Town Forest open today?
Amesbury Town Forest is a public preserve in Amesbury, MA. Posted hours: Sunrise to sunset, daily, year-round.
How do I get to the Great Swamp from Town Forest?
Follow the orange trail toward the swamp, or take the 300-foot boardwalk connector from the Town Forest trail system into the Great Swamp.
Is there an entry fee at Amesbury Town Forest?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Amesbury Town Forest?
Listed pet-friendly on the town's recreation-areas page; specific leash rule not separately posted for this parcel (city-wide leash bylaw likely applies).
What rules should I know at Amesbury Town Forest?
Steep sections on the yellow trail; sturdy footwear recommended, seasonal wet conditions near the swamp.