A 269-acre Greenbelt reservation of hayfields, woods, and the Sagamore Hill overlook, assembled through a $5.1 million, multi-partner fundraising campaign completed in 2016-2017. Some hayfields are left uncut until late summer to protect nesting grassland birds.
What to expect
Dogs
Dog walking permitted; leash required (Greenbelt general policy: carry a leash, pick up waste, do not leave dogs unattended)
Hours
Sunrise to sunset (Greenbelt's general policy across its properties)
Birdwatching
Allowed Hayfields left uncut until late summer for nesting bobolinks and meadowlarks
Managed by
Essex County Greenbelt Association
WebsiteCommon questions
Why are some fields left uncut?
Active hayfields aren't mowed until late summer so grassland birds like bobolinks and eastern meadowlarks, plus pollinators, can finish breeding.
Is there an entry fee at Donovan Fields and Woods?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Donovan Fields and Woods?
Dog walking permitted; leash required (Greenbelt general policy: carry a leash, pick up waste, do not leave dogs unattended)
Is Donovan Fields and Woods wheelchair accessible?
Unconfirmed
What rules should I know at Donovan Fields and Woods?
No fires, dumping, motorized vehicles, or target shooting (Greenbelt general policy).