Conservation land around Swains Pond and Towners Pond, part of the greenbelt. The Conservation Commission manages roughly 100 acres of undeveloped land in the city, most of it in that belt.
What to expect
Entry fee
None checked Jul 15, 2026
Dogs
Leash required on conservation land citywide
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
City of Melrose Conservation Commission
781-979-4500 · WebsiteCommon questions
Are there trails, how long and how hard?
Yes. The main Swains Pond and Flagg Acres loop runs about 2.4 miles on natural surface and is considered easy; the Towners Pond nature loop is a shorter 0.9-mile easy walk.
Is there an entry fee at Swain and Towners Pond Conservation Area?
None
Can I bring my dog to Swain and Towners Pond Conservation Area?
Leash required on conservation land citywide
What rules should I know at Swain and Towners Pond Conservation Area?
No alcohol permitted on conservation land citywide.