A 1,600-acre Nature Conservancy preserve built around rare calcareous wetlands and geology from an ancient coral reef. The Hallig Trail, a gentle 2.25-mile loop opened in 2026, follows a former town road past bear-clawed trees and a bridge over a stream restored after the nearby Becker Pond Dam came out.
What to expect
Trails
2.25 miles (Hallig Trail loop) easy to moderate; the trail's namesake… · natural, bench-cut tread built for…
Worth knowing
- The Hallig Trail is named for Bobbie Hallig, a Mount Washington resident of more than 60 years whose advocacy led to the preserve's protection about 25 years ago.
Common questions
Are there trails at Mount Plantain Preserve?
Yes. 2.25 miles (Hallig Trail loop). easy to moderate; the trail's namesake donor describes it… difficulty. Surface: natural, bench-cut tread built for erosion resistance.