A 29-acre coastal reservation on Route 127 where short wooded trails drop from a gravel pull-off to rocky shoreline and tidal mud flats. Paddlers use the first left trail as a put-in, but only within an hour or two of high tide.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free · unconfirmed
Trails
0.7 miles, easy terrain, natural surface, connecting uplands to salt water.
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed tide-dependent, 1-2 hrs either side of high tide
Hiking/Walking
Allowed year-round
Fishing
Allowed year-round
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Essex County Greenbelt Association
978-768-7241 · WebsiteCommon questions
Can I launch a kayak at Goose Cove Reservation?
Only within about an hour or two of high tide, via the first trail on the left out of the small gravel parking area; the rest of the tide cycle leaves mud flats exposed.
Where do I park at Goose Cove Reservation?
Free lot (Free).
Is there an entry fee at Goose Cove Reservation?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Goose Cove Reservation?
Dog walking allowed.