A wooded section of the Beverly Commons conservation land off Greenwood Avenue, laced with color-blazed loop trails over rock outcrops and mixed forest. The small trailhead lot holds only a handful of cars and there are no restrooms or water.
What to expect
Trails
Common Hill Loop runs about 3.5 miles and is rated easy (roughly 1 hour 15 minutes); a longer outer loop is about 5.7 miles and moderate, over forest and rock…
Dogs
Dogs are commonly walked on the Beverly Commons trails; keep them under control on shared trails.
Hours
No gate; open dawn to dusk, year-round
Accessibility
Not accessible; rugged natural trails over rock outcrops. No paved or step-free route.
Mountain Biking
Allowed year-round
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Essex County Greenbelt Association and City of Beverly
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On site
Info kiosk
Beverly Commons trails carry intersection numbers and color-blazed markers
Not here
No drinking water
No water on site
Common questions
Is Common Hill Conservation Area open today?
Common Hill Conservation Area is a public preserve in Beverly, MA. Posted hours: No gate; open dawn to dusk, year-round.
How long is the Common Hill trail?
The main loop is about 3.5 miles and rated easy, while a longer outer loop runs roughly 5.7 miles and is moderate.
Where do you park for Common Hill?
There is a small lot off Greenwood Avenue, about 0.3 mile from the Greenwood and Hart Street junction, with room for four to six cars.
Are dogs allowed at Common Hill?
Dogs are commonly walked here on the Beverly Commons trail network; keep them under control.
Where do I park at Common Hill Conservation Area?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Common Hill Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Common Hill Conservation Area?
Dogs are commonly walked on the Beverly Commons trails; keep them under control on shared trails.
Is Common Hill Conservation Area wheelchair accessible?
Not accessible; rugged natural trails over rock outcrops. No paved or step-free route.
What rules should I know at Common Hill Conservation Area?
Trails are unpaved and can be rocky; wear sturdy footwear.