A 140-acre link in the town's largest trail block, crossing Townsend Road and running through to Spaulding Road. Named trails (Esker, Swamp, Kettle Hole, Laurel Grove, Old Valley Road, Power Line, and Link) wind past Kettle Hole Pond and Marsh, glacial erratics, and old cellar holes, including the site of a 1747 homestead.
What to expect
Dogs
Shirley requires a dog on Town property be kept under its owner's control, on leash or off; the bylaw sets no numeric leash length, but a dog that runs at large or becomes a public nuisance is a violation. Owners must pick up and remove…
Hours
Shirley has no townwide ordinance setting closing hours for its parks, playgrounds, or conservation land as of mid-2026; access stays open unless a specific site posts its own gate or hours.
Accessibility
Not step-free; natural-surface trail or no developed trail
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round, near Kettle Hole Pond and Marsh
Cross-Country Skiing
Allowed winter
Horseback Riding
Allowed year-round, not in muddy conditions
Mountain Biking
Allowed year-round, not in muddy conditions
Managed by
Shirley Conservation Commission
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No info kiosk
no map kiosk or information board reported at the trailhead
No drinking water
no drinking water on site; carry your own
Common questions
Is Pumpkin Brook Conservation Area open today?
Pumpkin Brook Conservation Area is a public preserve in Shirley, MA. Posted hours: Shirley has no townwide ordinance setting closing hours for its parks, playgrounds, or conservation land as of mid-2026; access stays open unless a specific site posts its own gate or hours..
Where do I park at Pumpkin Brook Conservation Area?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Pumpkin Brook Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Pumpkin Brook Conservation Area?
Shirley requires a dog on Town property be kept under its owner's control, on leash or off; the bylaw sets no numeric leash length, but a dog that runs at large or becomes a public nuisance is a violation. Owners must pick up and remove pet waste from public parks, recreational fields, and…
Is Pumpkin Brook Conservation Area wheelchair accessible?
Not step-free; natural-surface trail or no developed trail
What rules should I know at Pumpkin Brook Conservation Area?
Motorized vehicles, including ATVs and dirt bikes, are banned on Shirley Conservation Commission land except for authorized maintenance, emergency, or Commission-permitted use.