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Crocker Conservation Area

Open to the publicPreserve · Fitchburg, MAUpdated Sep 13, 2026
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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

Parking
Free lot Free
Entry fee
Free
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Birdwatching
Allowed
Managed by
North County Land Trust 978-466-3900 · Website

What's here

On site

Restroom
Trailhead area (reported)
Picnic area
Picnic tables reported near the trailhead
Info kiosk
Trail kiosk on Flat Rock Road

Common questions

Is Crocker Conservation Area open today?
Crocker Conservation Area is a public preserve in Fitchburg, MA. Posted hours: Dawn to dusk.
Can I bring my dog?
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.

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BetaDetails are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-07-15. Official source. Updated 2026-09-13.