A 77-acre DNRT reserve on Bakerville Road with about two miles of color-coded trails through salt marsh, forested swamp and an active hayfield, ending at 1,700 feet of frontage on Dike Creek Marsh. A large glacial boulder called Table Rock sits along the Blue Trail.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
~2 miles, four color-coded trails (White, Yellow, Red, Blue) easy-moderate · natural woodland/field path
Dogs
Not explicitly posted on-site; general DNRT policy applies (leashed)
Accessibility
Natural trail surface.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust (DNRT)
(508) 991-2289 · WebsiteCommon questions
How long are the trails and are they hard?
About two miles total across four color-coded loops through swamp, field and salt marsh edge; the walking is easy to moderate with no steep terrain.
There is a small trailhead lot right at the reserve entrance on Bakerville Road, about two-thirds of a mile south of Gulf Road.
Where do I park at Dike Creek Reserve?
Free lot (free).
Are there trails at Dike Creek Reserve?
Yes. ~2 miles, four color-coded trails (White, Yellow, Red, Blue). easy-moderate difficulty. Surface: natural woodland/field path.
Is there an entry fee at Dike Creek Reserve?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Dike Creek Reserve?
Not explicitly posted on-site; general DNRT policy applies (leashed)
Is Dike Creek Reserve wheelchair accessible?
Natural trail surface.
What rules should I know at Dike Creek Reserve?
No horseback riding or bicycles.