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Rafe's Chasm Park

Details unconfirmedPreserve · Gloucester, MA
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What to expect

Dogs
Dogs are allowed but must be under the control of the owner or keeper, per the city's dog control ordinance.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
City of Gloucester Conservation Division 978-325-5230 · Website

Common questions

Is the walk to Rafe's Chasm hard?
No - it's a short, flat, easy 0.4-mile round trip through woods from the Hesperus Avenue pull-off, suitable for most visitors, though the surface is natural, not paved.
Can I bring my dog to Rafe's Chasm Park?
Dogs are allowed but must be under the control of the owner or keeper, per the city's dog control ordinance.
What rules should I know at Rafe's Chasm Park?
Rocky, exposed shoreline at the chasm; footing can be slick near the water, especially at high tide or in wet weather.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (restrooms, authority phone). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-09-13.