Hennessey Field sits inside the town's Paint Mine conservation area, 48 acres with 2.3 miles of trails, named for the natural ochre deposit that once supplied paint pigment. Access is from Grove Street, Turning Mill Road, Robinson Road and the Estabrook School parking area.
What to expect
Trails
~2 miles easy to moderate, some hilly upland… · natural/dirt
Dogs
Standard Lexington conservation-land rules: max 2 dogs per person, leash or voice/sight control, waste bagged
Accessibility
No designated accessible path confirmed
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Lexington Conservation Division
781-862-0500 · WebsiteCommon questions
About 2 miles across the 49-acre property, crossing wooded upland, a power-line wetland and the open Hennessey Field meadow.
Are there trails at Hennessey's Field Conservation Area?
Yes. ~2 miles. easy to moderate, some hilly upland forest terrain difficulty. Surface: natural/dirt.
Is there an entry fee at Hennessey's Field Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Hennessey's Field Conservation Area?
Standard Lexington conservation-land rules: max 2 dogs per person, leash or voice/sight control, waste bagged
Is Hennessey's Field Conservation Area wheelchair accessible?
No designated accessible path confirmed
What rules should I know at Hennessey's Field Conservation Area?
Hunting, trapping or shooting prohibited without Conservation Commission permission.