An 18-acre "forever-wild" salt marsh and coastal forest tract on Point Road below Jenney Lane, near Hammett Cove, protected in 2021 by the Northeast Wilderness Trust. The official name is "Marion Marsh Wilderness Preserve," not "Sanctuary."
What to expect
Dogs
Dogs must be under restraint at all times (leashed, at heel and obedient to command, confined to the owner's property, or in a vehicle) under the townwide Animal Control bylaw. There is no townwide seasonal dog ban on non-beach town land.
Birdwatching
Allowed Diamondback terrapin and salt marsh wildlife habitat
Managed by
Northeast Wilderness Trust
802-224-1000 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is Marion Marsh Wilderness Preserve open to visit?
The Northeast Wilderness Trust's page describes the ecology but does not post visitor hours, parking, or trail access, so treat public access as unconfirmed and call the Trust before visiting.
Can I bring my dog to Marion Marsh Wilderness Preserve?
Dogs must be under restraint at all times (leashed, at heel and obedient to command, confined to the owner's property, or in a vehicle) under the townwide Animal Control bylaw. There is no townwide seasonal dog ban on non-beach town land.