A 44-acre Town-owned sanctuary off Bolton Road, accessed by a dedicated entrance parcel bought specifically to control parking; part of the larger Bowers Spring trail network.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Dogs allowed on-trail; the adjoining Bolton-managed portion of this same trail complex is posted 'leash required, not a dog park' (see Bowers Spring Conservation Area entry for the February 2026 enforcement discussion).
Managed by
Town of Harvard Conservation Commission
978-456-4106 · WebsiteCommon questions
Where do I park at Bare Hill Wildlife Sanctuary?
Free lot (free).
Can I bring my dog to Bare Hill Wildlife Sanctuary?
Dogs allowed on-trail; the adjoining Bolton-managed portion of this same trail complex is posted 'leash required, not a dog park' (see Bowers Spring Conservation Area entry for the February 2026 enforcement discussion).