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Fitch-Woods

Open to the publicPreserve · Groton, MAUpdated Sep 13, 2026
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A 30-acre Groton Conservation Trust woodland purchased from the Fitch family in 1996, reached via a former lane off Chicopee Row, with a full range of non-motorized trail uses including horseback riding and mountain biking.

What to expect

Trails
About 1.0 mile of trail on the property, connecting to the Town's McLain's Woods; full range of non-motorized uses (hiking, trail running, mountain biking,…
Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Dogs are permitted on Groton Conservation Trust properties but must be leashed per Town of Groton bylaw.
Hours
Daily, dawn to dusk
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Groton Conservation Trust (978) 448-4392 · Website

Common questions

Is Fitch-Woods open today?
Fitch-Woods is a public preserve in Groton, MA. Posted hours: Daily, dawn to dusk.
Can you ride horses or mountain bike at Fitch-Woods?
Yes, the property allows a full range of non-motorized activities including horseback riding and mountain biking, alongside hiking and snowshoeing.
Is there an entry fee at Fitch-Woods?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Fitch-Woods?
Dogs are permitted on Groton Conservation Trust properties but must be leashed per Town of Groton bylaw.
What rules should I know at Fitch-Woods?
No motorized vehicles, snowmobiles, or powered tools without Conservation Commission authorization. No cutting, removing, or defacing vegetation without written Commission permission. No overnight camping without prior written Commission permission. No dumping of landscape debris or trash.

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BetaDetails are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-09-13.