Danvers' largest open space at just over 50 acres, laced with about three miles of color-coded loop trails through forest and wetlands along Norris Brook near the Middleton and Peabody lines. A beaver dam is often visible near the historic Goodale Cemetery by the entrance.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
About 3 miles of trail organized as red, yellow, and green loops off a central blue spine trail, crossing varied but generally easy terrain on natural forest…
Dogs
Danvers town bylaw prohibits dogs from being at large anywhere in town outside their owner's property, requiring a proper leash and immediate cleanup of waste in parks, playgrounds, beaches, and other public areas. That's the town-wide…
Hours
A Danvers by-law lets residents use town-owned land for recreation without a permit from half an hour before sunrise until half an hour after sunset. Posted hours at the entrance win if they differ.
Managed by
Town of Danvers Conservation Commission / Department of Public Works
978-777-0001 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
What's here
On site
Picnic area
picnic tables along the trail network
Common questions
How long are the trails and how hard are they?
About three miles total, laid out as color-coded loops off one central trail, crossing varied terrain but nothing technical.
The main lot is at Hobart and Charter streets, the same trailhead most people use for the Danvers Rail Trail.
Where do I park at Town Forest?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Town Forest?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to Town Forest?
Danvers town bylaw prohibits dogs from being at large anywhere in town outside their owner's property, requiring a proper leash and immediate cleanup of waste in parks, playgrounds, beaches, and other public areas. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
What rules should I know at Town Forest?
Campfires only with the town's permission.