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Brian M. Gaffey Conservation Area

Details unconfirmedPreserve · Hanson, MA
Right now

A 62.58-acre wetland-heavy parcel between County Road and West Washington Street, named for a longtime Conservation Commission member. Two marked access strips lead in, but the ground is wet enough that there is no established walking trail.

What to expect

Dogs
A dog is not allowed in any public place, on publicly owned land, or on a street in town unless it is effectively restrained by a chain or leash, or under the handler's immediate and effective control. That's the town-wide default; watch…
Hours
Conservation trails are open dawn to dusk year-round unless a property posts otherwise. Posted hours at the entrance win if they differ.
Managed by
Hanson Conservation Commission 781-294-4119 · Website

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Brian M. Gaffey Conservation Area?
A dog is not allowed in any public place, on publicly owned land, or on a street in town unless it is effectively restrained by a chain or leash, or under the handler's immediate and effective control. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (hours, accessibility). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-09-13.