A town-owned forested conservation property in the northeastern part of Groveland with an extensive marked trail network (Parker Trail, Dr. Poole's Loop, Hale's Way, Blanding's Turtle Trail, Spotted Salamander Trail, Volunteer Way, Carriage Trail, Eagle Trail, Carriage Path North, and Ghost Trail), including a spur reaching the shore of Johnson's Pond. An abutting parcel is held under a conservation restriction by Essex County Greenbelt to be managed together with the Town Forest.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Townwide leash law applies.
Hours
No site-specific hours posted; no townwide park-hours ordinance exists.
Managed by
Groveland Conservation Commission
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- A parcel on Wood Street (Assessor's Map 8, Lot 4L) is held under a conservation restriction by Essex County Greenbelt Association specifically so it can be managed together with the abutting Town Forest.
Common questions
How long/hard are the trails?
Not confirmed; the town publishes a dedicated Town Forest Trails Brochure that was not retrievable.
A large lot at the end of a driveway off Washington Street, or a smaller area on the east side of Uptack Road.
Where do I park at Groveland Town Forest?
Free lot (Free).
Is there an entry fee at Groveland Town Forest?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Groveland Town Forest?
Townwide leash law applies.