Crosbie Family Preserve & Appleton Field

Scituate

Moderate Dog friendly Parking available Scenic views

Located in Scituate, Crosbie Family Preserve & Appleton Field is a 49 acre property with natural wetland habitats. This trail system is perfect for hiking. The preserve sits on a glacial drumlin with Appleton Field at its center and South Swamp wrapping around it -- keep an eye out for the unusual Atlantic white cedar along the orange trail, at the edge of the swamp. Also explore Driftway Conservation Park and Cushing Memorial State Park, other trails in Scituate. Try Driftway Conservation Park for a similar trail experience featuring wetland.

More Info

Town Scituate
Managed by Town
Size 49 acres
Dog-friendly Yes
ADA access No
Difficulty Moderate
Waterbody Merritt Brook (Gulf River watershed) and First Herring Brook (North River watershed)
Cost Free

Parking

Multicar parking area.

Facilities

Geocache location

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