Bourne's largest conservation property, 125 wooded acres in Pocasset with a network of marked trails past ponds, wetlands and a pine and oak forest understory of blueberry and huckleberry.
What to expect
Trails
Two short loops of about 30 minutes each (Basin Loop, Freeman Pond Loop) plus… Easy loops near the parking area;… · Mixed rocks, pine needles, dirt, sand,…
Dogs
Permitted; the trails are also used for dog walking
Accessibility
Not step-free; varied natural terrain with roots and stairs in places
Fishing
Allowed year-round
Hunting
Allowed per state season
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Town of Bourne Conservation Commission
508-759-0600 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
What's here
On site
Info kiosk
wooden kiosk with trail map at the trailhead
Benches
new benches placed along the trails, mostly overlooking marshes
Not here
No drinking water
no water fountains on the trail system
Common questions
Is Four Ponds Conservation Area open today?
Four Ponds Conservation Area is a public preserve in Bourne, MA. There is no live closure feed for preserves & forests; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Are the trails hard or easy?
Both: two short loops near the lot take about half an hour each, while the longer trails run past three miles and cross rougher terrain with roots, sand and a few wooden staircases.
There's a small gravel lot at Barlows Landing Road and Observatory Lane, marked by a large wooden sign; it's the only marked lot for the property.
Are there trails at Four Ponds Conservation Area?
Yes. Two short loops of about 30 minutes each (Basin Loop, Freeman Pond Loop) plus…. Easy loops near the parking area; intermediate on the… difficulty. Surface: Mixed rocks, pine needles, dirt, sand, wooden stairs and….
Is there an entry fee at Four Ponds Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Four Ponds Conservation Area?
Permitted; the trails are also used for dog walking
Is Four Ponds Conservation Area wheelchair accessible?
Not step-free; varied natural terrain with roots and stairs in places