A 71.8-acre Land Bank preserve of sandplain grassland and pitch-pine woodland off County Road, home to an active grass-strip recreational airfield alongside public walking trails, and popular enough with dog walkers to be nicknamed the town's unofficial dog park.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free · unconfirmed
Trails
1,200 feet of hardened trail through oak-pitch pine woodland to a viewing area with benches overlooking the grassland; moderate difficulty
Dogs
Dogs under immediate control year round
Accessibility
Hardened trail described as offering universal-access features to the viewing area
Recreational Aviation (Grass-Strip Airfield)
Allowed intermittent, active field
Managed by
Martha's Vineyard Land Bank Commission
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On site
Benches
Three benches at the grassland viewing area; bicycle rack at the trailhead
Common questions
Is it really an airfield?
Yes, a 2,200-foot grass-strip runway used by around 90 local pilots is part of the preserve, alongside the public walking trail.
Is this the unofficial Oak Bluffs dog park?
Locals do call it that informally because it's such a popular leashed dog-walking spot, though it is not an off-leash dog park.
Where do I park at Trade Wind Fields Preserve?
Free lot (Free).
Can I bring my dog to Trade Wind Fields Preserve?
Dogs under immediate control year round
Is Trade Wind Fields Preserve wheelchair accessible?
Hardened trail described as offering universal-access features to the viewing area
What rules should I know at Trade Wind Fields Preserve?
Property includes an active, intermittently-used grass airstrip; be aware of aircraft when crossing open field areas. No hunting permitted at this property.