East Richardson Preserve was the town's first parcel acquired purely for preservation and passive recreation: hilly, forested ground with vernal pools, small streams and beaver-pond views, laced with trails that add up to more than three miles and connect into neighboring Dunlap Sanctuary.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Town leash law applies townwide
Accessibility
Not documented; terrain is described as hilly and forested
Managed by
Dracut Conservation Commission / Open Space Committee
978-770-2587 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
Common questions
There is room for two to three cars at the end of East Richardson Road; it is a small, easy-to-miss pull-off rather than a marked lot.
Where do I park at East Richardson Preserve?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at East Richardson Preserve?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to East Richardson Preserve?
Town leash law applies townwide
Is East Richardson Preserve wheelchair accessible?
Not documented; terrain is described as hilly and forested
What rules should I know at East Richardson Preserve?
Commercial or organized group use, trail work, or overnight camping on any Dracut conservation land requires a Conservation Land Use Permit.