At 283 acres, Boxborough's biggest named preserve, built around Patch Hill (also called Goat Hill), a glacial drumlin that ranks as the town's second- or third-highest point. Several miles of marked trail reach the fieldstone foundation of the old Phineas Weatherbee homestead and pass vernal pools near the Guggins Brook headwaters.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
No townwide leash requirement; Boxborough's bylaw only bars a dog from going "at large."
Hours
Dawn to dusk, the townwide rule for Boxborough conservation land.
Horseback Riding
Allowed year-round
Cross-Country Skiing
Allowed winter
Managed by
Town of Boxborough Conservation Commission
978-264-1723 · WebsiteCommon questions
Where do I park at Patch Hill Conservation Area?
Free lot (free).
Are there trails at Patch Hill Conservation Area?
Yes.
Is there an entry fee at Patch Hill Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Patch Hill Conservation Area?
No townwide leash requirement; Boxborough's bylaw only bars a dog from going "at large."
What rules should I know at Patch Hill Conservation Area?
Trails run wet in spring, and poison ivy grows off the marked paths.