A 16-acre preserve topped by a 140-foot glacial rock outcrop with a lookout over the surrounding woods, reached via the Boulder Brook trail network and sharing its Elmwood Road trailhead with Kelly Memorial Park.
What to expect
Dogs
Dogs may be off-leash under voice control on Wellesley conservation land, capped at two dogs per person or three with a permit
Hours
Parks are open dawn until dusk unless otherwise posted; conservation-land trails close overnight. Posted hours at the entrance win if they differ.
Accessibility
Natural rock-and-root trail surface leading to an exposed rock overlook; not step-free
Managed by
Natural Resources Commission
781-431-1019 ext. 2294 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is Rocky Ledges Conservation Area open today?
Rocky Ledges Conservation Area is a public preserve in Wellesley, MA. Posted hours: Parks are open dawn until dusk unless otherwise posted; conservation-land trails close overnight. Posted hours at the entrance win if they differ..
No, it's an easy loop of about a mile and a half from the Kelly Memorial trailhead, though the rock overlook has steep drop-offs to watch for.
Where do I park at Rocky Ledges Conservation Area?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Rocky Ledges Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Rocky Ledges Conservation Area?
Dogs may be off-leash under voice control on Wellesley conservation land, capped at two dogs per person or three with a permit
Is Rocky Ledges Conservation Area wheelchair accessible?
Natural rock-and-root trail surface leading to an exposed rock overlook; not step-free
What rules should I know at Rocky Ledges Conservation Area?
The overlook has steep drop-offs; use caution near the edge, especially with kids.