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Ward Reservation

Details unconfirmedPreserve · North Andover, MA
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A 729-acre Trustees of Reservations property spanning Andover and North Andover, with 13 miles of trails over Holt Hill, Shrub Hill, and Boston Hill (a former ski slope). The North Andover side is reached through Boston Hill via parking at the Brightview senior living community on Turnpike Street; the main trailhead and visitor parking are across the line in Andover on Prospect Road.

What to expect

Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Dog walking allowed on-leash
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
The Trustees of Reservations 978-682-3580 · Website

Getting in

Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.

What's here

On site

Restroom
Info kiosk

Common questions

Where do I park if I'm coming from the North Andover side?
Use the Brightview senior living lot on Turnpike Street and park in the designated spots at the far end, then hike up the old Boston Hill ski slope into the reservation.
Is there an entry fee at Ward Reservation?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Ward Reservation?
Dog walking allowed on-leash

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (accessibility). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-08-14.