A 316.5-acre Land Bank reservation forming the spine of the cross-Chappaquiddick trail, linking Brine's, Buttonbush, and Winterberry ponds through forest and field. The smaller Brine's Pond Preserve and Chappy Five Corners Preserve are part of this same trail system and are folded in here rather than listed separately.
What to expect
Trails
Cross-Chappaquiddick path connecting Brine's, Buttonbush, and Winterberry ponds; moderate-difficulty universal-access route to Handy Homestead…
Dogs
Dogs under immediate control year-round (Land Bank policy)
Accessibility
Moderate-difficulty universal-access trail to Handy Homestead overlook
Fishing
Allowed year-round per Land Bank activity list
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Martha's Vineyard Land Bank Commission
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On site
Bike Rack
Near the pond, up Chappy Road on the right
Common questions
Where do I park for Three Ponds Reservation?
At the shared trailhead with the Chappaquiddick community center, 1.7 miles past the ferry slip on Chappaquiddick Road.
Yes, permitted at Three Ponds Reservation and its affiliated Brine's Pond Preserve and Chappy Five Corners Preserve; exact season dates not confirmed.
Is there an entry fee at Three Ponds Reservation?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Three Ponds Reservation?
Dogs under immediate control year-round (Land Bank policy)
Is Three Ponds Reservation wheelchair accessible?
Moderate-difficulty universal-access trail to Handy Homestead overlook