Crocker Conservation Area is about 150 acres less than a mile north of Fitchburg Common, a gateway into more than 2,500 acres of connected protected land abutting Mass Audubon's Flat Rock sanctuary. It has about 4 miles of trails from cart roads to singletrack, including the popular Overlook Reservoir loop.
What to expect
Managed by
North County Land Trust
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On site
Restroom
Trailhead area (reported)
Picnic area
Picnic tables reported near the trailhead
Info kiosk
Trail kiosk on Flat Rock Road
Worth knowing
- Connects to Mass Audubon's Flat Rock Wildlife Sanctuary and the city's Northern Watershed lands.
Common questions
Is Crocker Conservation Area open today?
Crocker Conservation Area is a public preserve in Fitchburg, MA. Posted hours: Dawn to dusk.
Not on the Overlook Reservoir loop, which passes a water-supply reservoir; check posted signs before bringing a dog on connecting trails.
Where do I park at Crocker Conservation Area?
Free lot (Free).
Is there an entry fee at Crocker Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
What rules should I know at Crocker Conservation Area?
Hunting and motorized vehicles are prohibited.