A fully accessible BNRC preserve on Under Mountain Road with a short, universally-designed crushed-stone-and-boardwalk trail through a marsh landscape; opened to the public in 2018 and built to U.S. Forest Service accessibility standards.
What to expect
Trails
0.6-mile round trip (1,800 feet), rated accessible: half 5-foot-wide packed crushed stone (max 8% slope, 5% cross slope), half 41-inch-wide boardwalk with…
Dogs
Dog walking is permitted
Accessibility
Built to U.S. Forest Service accessibility standards (FSTAG); accessible picnic table, multiple benches, two designated accessible parking spaces
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Berkshire Natural Resources Council
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On site
Picnic area
Accessible picnic table on the trail
Common questions
Is Parsons Marsh Conservation Area open today?
Parsons Marsh Conservation Area is a public preserve in Lenox, MA. There is no live closure feed for preserves & forests; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Is the trail paved or rugged?
Neither strictly: half packed crushed stone, half boardwalk, purpose-built to accessibility standards with gentle slopes.
Is there a hunting season here?
No, Parsons Marsh is not open to hunting or fishing.
Yes, dog walking is permitted.
Where do I park at Parsons Marsh Conservation Area?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Parsons Marsh Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Parsons Marsh Conservation Area?
Dog walking is permitted
Is Parsons Marsh Conservation Area wheelchair accessible?
Built to U.S. Forest Service accessibility standards (FSTAG); accessible picnic table, multiple benches, two designated accessible parking spaces
What rules should I know at Parsons Marsh Conservation Area?
Not open to hunting or fishing.