A 103-acre town forest north of Rattlesnake Gutter, purchased in 2014 with Community Preservation Act funds and private contributions from 127 households, with exposed Dry Hill and Poplar Mountain gneiss along its trails and an eBird hotspot designation.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
Part of the Loop Trail system traversing a ridge to the discontinued Whitney and Cave Hill Roads, with side-trail connections.
Dogs
A dog may not run at large or go beyond the confines of its owner's property unless it is held firmly on a leash or under the verbal control of the owner or keeper. Voice control is an alternative to a leash here, not an exception to it.…
Accessibility
Unpaved woodland trails on a ridge; not wheelchair accessible.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Leverett Conservation Commission
WebsiteCommon questions
Is this an eBird hotspot?
Yes, Cave Hill Conservation Area is a designated eBird hotspot for birdwatching records.
Where do I park at Cave Hill Conservation Area?
Free lot (free).
Can I bring my dog to Cave Hill Conservation Area?
A dog may not run at large or go beyond the confines of its owner's property unless it is held firmly on a leash or under the verbal control of the owner or keeper. Voice control is an alternative to a leash here, not an exception to it. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is Cave Hill Conservation Area wheelchair accessible?
Unpaved woodland trails on a ridge; not wheelchair accessible.