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Shawkemo Highlands

Details unconfirmedPreserve · Nantucket, MA
Right now

A Land Bank property shaped by glacial sediment left roughly 18,000 years ago, with trails climbing to about 94 feet for a harbor view. It connects into the larger Middle Moors trail network via a dirt parking area off Polpis Road.

What to expect

Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
Trails
Dogs
Permitted under local law; owners must clean up after pets
Hours
Office hours Monday-Friday 9am-noon and 1-4pm; the property itself has no posted gate hours
Managed by
Nantucket Islands Land Bank 508-228-7240 · Website

What's here

Not here

No waste-bag dispensers
no trash receptacles provided on Land Bank property

Common questions

Are there trash cans on the trail?
No, the Land Bank doesn't provide trash receptacles here, so pack out what you bring in.
What's the view like?
The southern trail climbs to about 94 feet, one of the higher points nearby, with a harbor view from the top.
Where do I park at Shawkemo Highlands?
Free lot (free).
Are there trails at Shawkemo Highlands?
Yes.
Can I bring my dog to Shawkemo Highlands?
Permitted under local law; owners must clean up after pets

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (hunting_season). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-07-22. Official source. Updated 2026-09-13.