A 15-acre conservation parcel gifted to the town in 1996, adjoining the DCR-managed Carlisle Pines State Forest off Forest Park Drive in northwest Carlisle.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free; no sticker or permit required · unconfirmed
Trails
MacAfee Trail links to Carlisle Pines State Forest and on to Holmes Avery Land; covered by the 'Carlisle Pines and Northwest Carlisle' town trail map.
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.
Managed by
Carlisle Conservation Commission
978-369-0336 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is MacAfee Land the same as Carlisle Pines State Forest?
No; MacAfee Land is a separate 15-acre town-owned Conservation Commission parcel next door to the DCR's Carlisle Pines State Forest, though they share trail connections and a parking area.
Where do I park at MacAfee Land?
Free lot (Free; no sticker or permit required).
Is there an entry fee at MacAfee Land?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to MacAfee 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 MacAfee Land?
Hunting and trapping prohibited. Swimming prohibited.