Village Park is a 57-acre town conservation area behind Swansea Town Hall and the library, laced with miles of crisscrossing walking and mountain-biking trails through puddingstone outcrops, including the 40-foot Wildcat Rock and Abrams Rock. Some low sections cross on wooden planks over mud.
What to expect
Dogs
Dogs off their owner's property in Swansea must be leashed or under immediate voice control. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Hours
Swansea posts no town-wide closing time for its parks, playgrounds or conservation land. The only closing-hours rule in the town's code covers the beach, where the Recreation Commission and Selectmen set and post the hours. That's the…
Accessibility
Trails are natural surface with mud and rock, unlikely to be step-free.
Managed by
Town of Swansea Conservation Commission
508-674-5731 ext. 209 · WebsiteWhat's here
On site
Info kiosk
A trail map is available from the library
Common questions
Where do you park for Village Park?
Use the Swansea Town Hall/library parking lot at 81 Main Street; the trailhead is at the far end of the library lot.
What are Wildcat Rock and Abrams Rock?
They are large puddingstone boulder formations along the park's trails; Abrams Rock is about 40 feet and is tied to an unverified colonial-era local legend.
Is there an entry fee at Village Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Village Park?
Dogs off their owner's property in Swansea must be leashed or under immediate voice control. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Is Village Park wheelchair accessible?
Trails are natural surface with mud and rock, unlikely to be step-free.