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Shlakis Property

Open to the publicPreserve · Andover, MAUpdated Aug 14, 2026
Right now

The 52-acre Merrimack riverfront parcel that forms the core of the Al Retelle Conservation Area, protected for wildlife habitat with a trail down to the river.

What to expect

Parking
Free lot free
Trails
Hiking trail network of about 64 acres (as the combined Al Retelle Conservation Area), with a riverfront path connecting to the adjacent AVIS Deer Jump…
Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Allowed on leash only; owners must clean up and remove waste
Hours
Sunrise to sunset year-round, the standard rule for all Andover Conservation Commission land
Accessibility
Unknown, call the Conservation Division
Kayak/Canoe
Allowed
Fishing
Allowed
Managed by
Andover Conservation Commission 978-623-8630 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Free lot
Costfree

Common questions

Is Shlakis Property open today?
Shlakis Property is a public preserve in Andover, MA. Posted hours: Sunrise to sunset year-round, the standard rule for all Andover Conservation Commission land.
Where do I park at Shlakis Property?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Shlakis Property?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Shlakis Property?
Allowed on leash only; owners must clean up and remove waste
Is Shlakis Property wheelchair accessible?
Unknown, call the Conservation Division
What rules should I know at Shlakis Property?
Alcohol, illegal drugs, ATVs and motorized dirt bikes, paintball, fireworks, unauthorized structures and general hunting/firearm discharge are all banned on Andover Conservation Commission land. Bow hunting for deer is allowed only with a special Town permit during deer season on designated areas.

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BetaDetails are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-07-16. Official source. Updated 2026-08-14.