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Shepley Hill

Details unconfirmedPreserve · Groton, MA
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A 75-acre Groton Conservation Trust property spanning two drumlins and a former soapstone quarry, with old bridle trails that link toward the Nashua River Rail Trail.

What to expect

Trails
Riding/hiking trails across drumlins and former quarry land
Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Dogs are permitted on Groton Conservation Trust properties but must be leashed per Town of Groton bylaw.
Hours
Dawn to dusk
Accessibility
Natural-surface hilly trails; no paved path or ADA parking identified.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Groton Conservation Trust (978) 448-4392 · Website

Common questions

Is Shepley Hill open to the public for free?
Yes, it is Groton Conservation Trust land open to the public at no charge, dawn to dusk.
Is there an entry fee at Shepley Hill?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Shepley Hill?
Dogs are permitted on Groton Conservation Trust properties but must be leashed per Town of Groton bylaw.
Is Shepley Hill wheelchair accessible?
Natural-surface hilly trails; no paved path or ADA parking identified.
What rules should I know at Shepley Hill?
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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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (restroom confirmation, parking capacity, precise hunting status). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-09-13.