Southborough's most-visited land trust property, 58 acres of meadow, woods and an old ice pond along Main Street, with a pollinator garden, a historic riding ring, and trails that connect straight into the Sudbury Reservoir and Boroughs Loop trail networks.
What to expect
Trails
several interconnected miles, linking to the Sudbury Reservoir Trail and… easy · natural
Dogs
Allowed on leash; owners must pick up waste
Accessibility
Natural dirt trails and a farm lane; no paved or ADA-designated path confirmed
Cross-Country Skiing
Allowed winter
Managed by
Southborough Open Land Foundation
WebsiteWhat's here
On site
Info kiosk
at the Wachusett Aqueduct channel
Not here
No picnic area
no tables or grills found in the source description
Common questions
Is Beals Preserve open today?
Beals Preserve is a public preserve in Southborough, MA. There is no live closure feed for preserves & forests; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Dogs are welcome on a leash, and owners are expected to pick up waste; none of the trails are off-leash.
Where do I park if the Main Street lot is closed?
The Main Street Field lot is closed for remediation as of February 2026, so use the Northborough Road and Main Street intersection, the Chestnut Hill Road parking area, or the Red Gate Lane cul-de-sac instead.
Where do I park at Beals Preserve?
Free lot (free).
Are there trails at Beals Preserve?
Yes. several interconnected miles, linking to the Sudbury Reservoir Trail and…. easy difficulty. Surface: natural.
Is there an entry fee at Beals Preserve?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Beals Preserve?
Allowed on leash; owners must pick up waste
Is Beals Preserve wheelchair accessible?
Natural dirt trails and a farm lane; no paved or ADA-designated path confirmed
What rules should I know at Beals Preserve?
No motorized vehicles, hunting or trapping without SOLF permission, unauthorized camping, fires, dumping, plant removal, bicycles or e-bikes.