Flat Rock is a Mass Audubon sanctuary of roughly 326 acres of forest, rocky ledges, and hemlock groves minutes from downtown Fitchburg. About six miles of blue-and-yellow-blazed trails wind through it and connect into the neighboring Crocker Conservation Area and city watershed lands.
What to expect
Trails
About six miles of trails, blazed with blue circles leading away from the lot and yellow circles leading back
Dogs
Dogs are generally not permitted on Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuary trails; confirm at the kiosk
What's here
On site
Info kiosk
Trailhead kiosk with map
Common questions
Is Flat Rock Wildlife Sanctuary open today?
Flat Rock Wildlife Sanctuary is a public preserve in Fitchburg, MA. Posted hours: Dawn to dusk.
How do I find my way on the trails?
Blue circle blazes lead away from the Flat Rock Road parking lot and yellow circle blazes lead back to it, across roughly six miles of trails.
There is a small lot for about eight cars at the Flat Rock Road kiosk cul-de-sac; additional access is off Ashburnham Hill Road.
Where do I park at Flat Rock Wildlife Sanctuary?
Free lot (Free).
Is there an entry fee at Flat Rock Wildlife Sanctuary?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Flat Rock Wildlife Sanctuary?
Dogs are generally not permitted on Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuary trails; confirm at the kiosk
What rules should I know at Flat Rock Wildlife Sanctuary?
Trails cross rocky ledges; wear sturdy footwear and stay on blazed routes in the large connected forest.