Gifford Bog is the oldest working cranberry bog in Duxbury, with a 0.73-mile loop on unpaved bog roadways and wide grassy paths around the perimeter of the bogs. It connects across Temple Street to the larger Williams Preserve trail network.
What to expect
Trails
A 0.73-mile perimeter loop on unpaved bog roadways and grassy trails around the cranberry bogs.
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed or under effective control; owners must clean up after them, per town conservation-land rules.
Accessibility
Trail surface is unpaved bog roadway.
Managed by
Duxbury Conservation Commission
781-934-1100 x5470 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is Gifford Bog open today?
Gifford Bog is a public preserve in Duxbury, MA. There is no live closure feed for preserves & forests; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Where do I park at Gifford Bog?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Gifford Bog?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Gifford Bog?
Dogs must be leashed or under effective control; owners must clean up after them, per town conservation-land rules.
Is Gifford Bog wheelchair accessible?
Trail surface is unpaved bog roadway.