J. J. Shepherd Memorial Forest

Moderate Dog friendly Parking available Scenic views

Located in Pembroke, J. J. Shepherd Memorial Forest is a 139 acre property featuring scenic pond views. This trail system is perfect for hiking. The nested trail network is sandwiched between Great Sandy Bottom Pond and Indian Head Pond. Also explore Camp Wing Conservation Area and Hanson Veterans Memorial Town Forest, other trails in Pembroke. Try Camp Wing Conservation Area for a similar trail experience featuring pond.

More Info

ssboston.macaronikid.com: https://ssboston.macaronikid.com/articles/5e29d6e5dce86404f237e4cd/enter-the-nsrwa-50-places-to-explore-contest
NSRWA: https://www.nsrwa.org/get-outdoors/explore-south-shore-2026/
Town of Pembroke: https://www.pembroke-ma.gov/1728/Maps-of-Pembroke-Hiking-Trails
NSRWA: https://www.nsrwa.org/listing/j-j-shepherd-memorial-forest/
Town of Pembroke: https://www.pembroke-ma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1929/Shepherds-Forest-Trail-Map

Trail Map (PDF) Get directions

Town	Pembroke
Managed by	Town
Size	139 acres
Dog-friendly	Yes
ADA access	No
Difficulty	Moderate
Waterbody	Indian Head Brook (North River watershed)
Cost	Free

Parking

Ample on-site parking at 471 Mattakeeset St, Pembroke

Facilities

Porta-potties adjacent to athletic fields; geocache

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