A 22.5-acre Town open-space parcel built around a rare Atlantic White Cedar swamp that was farmed as a cranberry bog until the 1950s. A mowed path follows the old ditch lines to an overlook of Paw Wah Pond and Little Pleasant Bay, more a quiet ecological walk than a maintained recreation trail.
What to expect
Trails
A single mowed path following old cranberry-bog ditch lines to an overlook of Paw Wah Pond and Little Pleasant Bay and on to the bog's sluiceway; length and…
Dogs
On Orleans conservation land, dogs must be restrained or under their owner's control at all times. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Hours
Orleans conservation lands are open sunrise to sunset. Posted hours at the entrance win if they differ.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Orleans Natural Resources Department / Orleans Conservation Trust (educational programming)
(508) 240-3775 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there an entry fee at Namequoit Bog Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Namequoit Bog Conservation Area?
On Orleans conservation land, dogs must be restrained or under their owner's control at all times. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.