Rocky Woods Reservation - Trustees of Reservations - Medfield, MA - Public Access Lands on Waymarking.com

In Medfield, off Hartford Street, is Rocky Woods Reservation, which is maintained by The Trustees of Reservations (TTOR).

The Reservation entrance is off Hartford Street, which meets Mass. Route 109 at both ends of the road. The easiest way is to go onto Hartford Street near the Medfield-Dover town line, near a nursery. The parking lot is on the north side of the road. Across the street from the entrance is another TTOR site, Fork Factory Reservation.

The parking lot meter is by the small booth at the entrance. Nearby is a kiosk where you may find maps. I suggested that you print a map from the web site to ensure you have one as there are several loops and it isn't hard to get turned around. Recommended places to hike to include Cedar Hill, which provides the only unobstructed scenic view to the west, walking along Chickering Pond, and walking on the bridge over Echo Pond. Echo Pond was where we saw frogs in all stages of maturity from fore-limbed only tadpoles to full adults. Painted turtles also were visible around the pond.

Dogs are allowed, but only if they are pre-registered and have a license in the TTOR Green Dog program. There are trails were leashes are required. See the web site for details.

Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 491 acres Is there a trail system?: Yes If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: Several loops that runs up to several miles in length. The terrain can be flat or moderately hilly. Trails travel by small ponds and through old quarries. What points of interest are there?: Partial vistas are available in some locations - all but one we encountered have been grown over. There is a nice bridge that crosses a pond with views of frogs and turtles. What activities are available?: Walking. Hours of accessibility?: Generally during daylight hours every day. List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): Poison ivy occurs regularly. The rocks are generally safe but use obvious caution. Dogs Allowed?: Yes Is a permit/fee required?: Yes If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Fee - pay $5 in the automated parking meter in the parking lot. Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]

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