A wooded town-owned conservation parcel in northern Franklin. It is not separately documented on the town's public-facing pages; like many of Franklin's subdivision-linked open-space parcels it has no posted trail map or facility list.
What to expect
Entry fee
No pass needed here; Franklin charges no parking sticker at its public parks; its one swim spot, Chilson Beach at Beaver Pond, is free to residents who register for a mailed beach pass. checked Jul 24, 2026
Dogs
Franklin requires any dog in a public street or place to be restrained by a chain or leash no longer than eight feet; off-leash is allowed only within a designated municipal dog park.
Managed by
Franklin Conservation Commission (assumed, not confirmed for this parcel)
508-520-4929 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there an entry fee at Franklin Oaks Conservation Area?
No pass needed here; Franklin charges no parking sticker at its public parks; its one swim spot, Chilson Beach at Beaver Pond, is free to residents who register for a mailed beach pass.
Can I bring my dog to Franklin Oaks Conservation Area?
Franklin requires any dog in a public street or place to be restrained by a chain or leash no longer than eight feet; off-leash is allowed only within a designated municipal dog park.