A town-owned conservation property on Tuttle Lane and off South Acton Road, combining farm fields (leased to a Christmas tree farmer), Stow's Community Gardens (80-plus plots), and connecting trails to the adjacent Red Acre Woodlands and Shepherd Woodlands via a boardwalk. Two parcels totaling roughly 153 acres were acquired by the town in October 1981.
What to expect
Trails
~0.5 mile figure-eight loop around the community gardens, plus additional… easy, flat · farm road/natural
Dogs
Two layers apply. General bylaw (non-conservation land): Stow's Animal Control Bylaw sets no blanket leash law; a dog is only 'at large' (in violation) when off its owner's premises and not under the control of someone able to properly…
Community Gardening
Allowed
Farm-Field Walking
Allowed
Wildlife/Bird Watching
Allowed
Managed by
Stow Conservation Commission
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On site
Community Garden
Over 80 garden plots.
Common questions
Is Captain Sargent Conservation Area open today?
Captain Sargent Conservation Area is a public preserve in Stow, MA. There is no live closure feed for preserves & forests; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Are there trails at Captain Sargent Conservation Area?
Yes. ~0.5 mile figure-eight loop around the community gardens, plus additional…. easy, flat difficulty. Surface: farm road/natural.
Is there an entry fee at Captain Sargent Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Captain Sargent Conservation Area?
Two layers apply. General bylaw (non-conservation land): Stow's Animal Control Bylaw sets no blanket leash law; a dog is only 'at large' (in violation) when off its owner's premises and not under the control of someone able to properly control it, so a voice-controlled dog can be compliant…
What rules should I know at Captain Sargent Conservation Area?
Do not park or drive on the farm field or farm field roads.