An 85-acre town forest (77-acre original 1925 tract plus the adjoining 8-acre Heidke parcel added 1978) on East Street, with hardwood/pine forest, a certified vernal pool, and Blanding's turtle habitat.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free; no sticker or permit required · unconfirmed
Trails
Multiple trails suitable for hiking, jogging, cross-country skiing, dog-walking and bird-watching cross the property; streams in the southern part are crossed…
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.
Cross-Country Skiing
Allowed winter, snow-dependent
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Carlisle Conservation Commission
978-369-0336 · WebsiteWhat's here
On site
Info kiosk
Large wooden entrance sign marks the sole public entrance.
Not here
No parking lot
No dedicated lot; roadside parking only.
Common questions
Where do I park at the Town Forest?
There's no parking lot; park carefully off East Street near the large wooden entrance sign, watching for oncoming traffic.
Yes, dog-walking is one of the explicitly listed uses, subject to the townwide control/leash rule.
Where do I park at Town Forest and Heidke Parcel?
Free lot (Free; no sticker or permit required).
Is there an entry fee at Town Forest and Heidke Parcel?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Town Forest and Heidke Parcel?
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 Town Forest and Heidke Parcel?
Hunting and trapping prohibited. Swimming prohibited.