A 54-acre town-owned wooded conservation area bounded by Hawthorne Drive, Pine Street, Tamarack Road and Carol Ann Drive to the south, and by Hawthorne Drive and Minuteman Road neighborhoods to the north. Trails through the property connect the Hawthorne Village neighborhood to the much larger Rocky Woods Reservation managed by The Trustees of Reservations.
What to expect
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Medfield Conservation Commission
WebsiteCommon questions
Where do I park for Hawthorne Village Conservation Area?
There is no dedicated lot; access is by on-street parking near the various neighborhood trailheads on Hawthorne Drive, Tamarack Road, Pine Street and nearby streets.
Yes, authorized seasonal bow hunting runs the first Monday in October through December, Monday through Saturday, from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset.
Is there an entry fee at Hawthorne Village Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Hawthorne Village Conservation Area?
Leash required
What rules should I know at Hawthorne Village Conservation Area?
No motorized vehicles, camping, fires or alcohol.