A 111-acre Town conservation area on the site of a WWI-era Army training range, with a level trail leading past four surviving concrete target walls (built for 200, 300, 600 and 1000 yard shooting) out to Kennedy's Pond.
What to expect
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Dogs
Town conservation land; a majority of Town land allows off-leash walking, though posting for this specific parcel is unconfirmed.
Hours
Half hour before sunrise to half hour after sunset, per Town conservation land regulations.
Managed by
Natural Resources Division
978-318-3285 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
Common questions
What are the concrete structures along the trail?
They are four surviving target walls from a rifle range used to train World War I troops in 1917, built at distances of 200, 300, 600 and 1000 yards.
Does the trail connect anywhere else?
Yes, the main trail continues to Kennedy's Pond, making a roughly 45-minute round trip walk.
Is there an entry fee at Old Rifle Range?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Old Rifle Range?
Town conservation land; a majority of Town land allows off-leash walking, though posting for this specific parcel is unconfirmed.