Nelson Memorial Forest

Marshfield

Moderate Dog friendly Parking available Scenic views

Located in Marshfield, Nelson Memorial Forestwith natural wetland habitats. This trail system is perfect for hiking. The true forest boundary is located about ten minutes of walking from the parking lot on Union Street in Marshfield. There is a very well established trail network. There is a well-established trail system on the property. The main trails are well-worn and obvious but it never hurts to take a picture of the map in the parking lot. This is not the most stroller friendly trail despite a few boardwalks over streams. It is probably about a 25 minute walk to the river from the parking lot. Also explore Marshfield Launch and Brooks-Tilden Shipyard and Phillips Farm Preserve, other trails in Marshfield. Try Marshfield Launch and Brooks-Tilden Shipyard for a similar trail experience featuring wetland.

More Info

Town Marshfield
Managed by New England Forestry Foundation
Size 180 acres
Dog-friendly Yes
ADA access No
Difficulty Moderate
Waterbody Cove Creek (North River watershed)
Cost Free
Stroller rating 1

Parking

Park at Union Street Woodland (1253 Union St, just before Hunter Drive heading north); additional parking (2 cars) on Highland St at the intersection with Spring St, across from Rogers Pond

Facilities

Geocache location, benches

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