More than 250 acres of cedar and deciduous swamp that hikers reach from the Town Forest, crossing highland ridges and a 300-foot boardwalk deep into the wetland interior. Expect wet footing off the boardwalk, especially in spring.
What to expect
Trails
A boardwalk-and-ridge trail (part of the Town Forest trail network's orange loop) leads deep into the swamp interior; exact standalone mileage not confirmed.…
Dogs
Not separately posted; presumed to follow the same leashed-dog norm as the connecting Town Forest trails.
Hours
Sunrise to sunset, daily, year-round
Accessibility
Not accessible; boardwalk and ridge trail through wetland terrain, not step-free.
Managed by
Amesbury Conservation Commission
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Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
What's here
Not here
No drinking water
No drinking water source in this remote swamp interior
No info kiosk
No dedicated kiosk confirmed for this specific parcel beyond the shared Town Forest signage
Common questions
Is Great Swamp Conservation Area open today?
Great Swamp Conservation Area is a public preserve in Amesbury, MA. Posted hours: Sunrise to sunset, daily, year-round.
How big is the Great Swamp Conservation Area?
More than 250 acres of cedar and deciduous swamp habitat, connected to the Town Forest by trail.
Is there an entry fee at Great Swamp Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Great Swamp Conservation Area?
Not separately posted; presumed to follow the same leashed-dog norm as the connecting Town Forest trails.
Is Great Swamp Conservation Area wheelchair accessible?
Not accessible; boardwalk and ridge trail through wetland terrain, not step-free.
What rules should I know at Great Swamp Conservation Area?
Wet, seasonally flooded footing off the boardwalk; sturdy waterproof footwear recommended.