A 242-acre conservation property (part of a 742-acre connected conservation network with Foss Farm and Great Meadows) centered on Greenough Pond, Carlisle's largest pond at about 21 acres; one of only two places in town where fishing, ice fishing and canoeing are specifically permitted by the Conservation Commission's rules.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free; no sticker or permit required · unconfirmed
Trails
Diverse trail network, about an hour's walk with forest, water and field views; more challenging loops connect to Great Meadows National Wildlife Refuge and…
Dogs
No blanket leash law; all animals including dogs and horses must be kept under control at all times (Rule 7, Pets/Animals). State law 304 CMR 12.08(3) is cited as the fallback control standard.
Hours
Open sunrise to sunset. Conservation land and parking lots may not be used between sunset and sunrise except under a permit issued by the Conservation Commission or Conservation Administrator.
Kayak/Canoe
Allowed ice-free months
Fishing
Allowed year-round per MA fishing regs; ice fishing also specifically permitted
Ice Skating
Allowed winter, ice-dependent
Managed by
Carlisle Conservation Commission
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On site
Info kiosk
Kiosks at both Maple Street parking lots.
Skating hut (built 1974)
West side of Maple Street near the wetlands. · seasonal
Canoe access, Greenough Pond
Common questions
Can I fish or canoe at Greenough Pond?
Yes, fishing, ice fishing and canoeing are specifically permitted here by the Conservation Commission's rules, one of only two Carlisle sites with that exception.
Can I swim at Greenough Pond?
No; swimming is prohibited on all Carlisle conservation land, and Greenough's site-specific allowed-use list doesn't include it.
Is there ice skating in winter?
Yes, weather-dependent, with a skating hut (built 1974) on the west side of Maple Street.
Where do I park at Greenough Land?
Free lot (Free; no sticker or permit required).
Is there an entry fee at Greenough Land?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Greenough Land?
No blanket leash law; all animals including dogs and horses must be kept under control at all times (Rule 7, Pets/Animals). State law 304 CMR 12.08(3) is cited as the fallback control standard.
What rules should I know at Greenough Land?
Wood Duck nesting boxes on the pond are maintained by MassWildlife; avoid disturbing them. Hunting and trapping prohibited. Swimming prohibited (no swimming exception listed for this parcel). Motorized boats/vehicles prohibited except by special permit.