A 26-acre city-owned hillside parcel, combined with the adjoining 6-acre Jericho Hill Summit, forming one of Waltham's largest pieces of open space still without formal conservation protection, linking the Western Greenway to Prospect Hill Park.
What to expect
Entry fee
None; free. checked Jul 15, 2026
Dogs
Waltham requires every dog in a street or public place, including its parks and playgrounds, to be effectively restrained on a leash no longer than 10 feet. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
Hours
No gate; informal access.
Managed by
Waltham Conservation Commission
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No info kiosk
No kiosk or formal trailhead signage confirmed; site is not developed as a standard park.
Worth knowing
- Much of this land was once part of the Bridge-Sanderson-Broderick and Phinehas Lawrence estates.
Common questions
Where do I park, is it obvious?
No, there is no marked lot; the Waltham Land Trust has led guided hikes here specifically because the access points are not obvious to first-time visitors.
Is there an entry fee at Sanderson Heights?
None; free.
Can I bring my dog to Sanderson Heights?
Waltham requires every dog in a street or public place, including its parks and playgrounds, to be effectively restrained on a leash no longer than 10 feet. Posted signs at the site take precedence.
What rules should I know at Sanderson Heights?
Informal, largely unmarked open space without formal conservation protection or maintained trail signage; not developed to typical park standards.