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Old Dawes Pond Preserve

Details unconfirmedPreserve · Grafton, MA
Right now

A 14-acre Grafton Land Trust property on the south side of Depot Street, sandwiched between the Blackstone River and the old Blackstone Canal. There are no maintained trails, so it reads more as a protected riverside buffer than a hiking destination, though a canoe can be launched here.

What to expect

Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed or under control at all times, per Grafton Land Trust's general visiting rules
Kayak/Canoe
Allowed year-round
Fishing
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Grafton Land Trust 508-839-7402 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.

Common questions

Is there an entry fee at Old Dawes Pond Preserve?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Old Dawes Pond Preserve?
Dogs must be leashed or under control at all times, per Grafton Land Trust's general visiting rules

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (parking, hours, accessibility). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-08-14.