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River Road Conservation Area

Details unconfirmedPreserve · Pepperell, MA
Right now

Just under a mile of former rail bed along the Nashua River, bought by the town for conservation in June 2002 with state Self-Help funds. It's a flat, picturesque walk past ponds and wetlands where herons and turtles are commonly seen.

What to expect

Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Pepperell has no blanket leash law. Chapter 81 restrains dogs narrowly: a dog may not be loose on school or town grounds from half an hour before to half an hour after school or a public recreation programme, and a dog must be restrained…
Fishing
Allowed
Birdwatching
Allowed
Managed by
Pepperell Conservation Commission 978-433-0325 · Website

Common questions

How long is the walk along the river?
Just under a mile, following an old rail bed past ponds and wetlands.
Where do I park at River Road Conservation Area?
Free lot (free).
Can I bring my dog to River Road Conservation Area?
Pepperell has no blanket leash law. Chapter 81 restrains dogs narrowly: a dog may not be loose on school or town grounds from half an hour before to half an hour after school or a public recreation programme, and a dog must be restrained if it chases cars, harasses livestock, has killed or maimed…

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (hours, accessibility, restrooms). 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.