Phillips Sanctuary and Firehouse Loop

Easy Dog friendly Parking available Scenic views

Located in Hanover, Phillips Sanctuary and Firehouse Loop is a 55 acre property through beautiful woodland. The 1. 6 mile trail is perfect for hiking. 6-mile network of loop and spur trails winds through the forest here, with plenty of opportunities for wildlife observation along the way, and access from both Alden Road and the Fire Station Museum on Broadway. Also explore Myrtle Street Fields/Ceurvels Park and Ellis Baseball Fields, other trails in Hanover. Try Myrtle Street Fields/Ceurvels Park for a similar trail experience featuring woods.

More Info

NSRWA: https://www.nsrwa.org/listing/phillips-sanctuary-and-firehouse-loop/
NSRWA: https://www.nsrwa.org/nature-walks-in-hanover-13-places-to-explore/
Town of Hanover: https://www.hanover-ma.gov/open-space-committee/pages/trail-maps-and-historic-areas
Town of Hanover: https://www.hanover-ma.gov/open-space-committee/files/philllips-sanctuary-firehouse-loop-trails

Trail Map (PDF) Get directions

Town	Hanover
Managed by	Town
Size	55 acres
Dog-friendly	Yes
ADA access	No
Difficulty	Easy
Waterbody	Indian Head River (North River watershed)
Cost	Free

Parking

Access/parking at Fire Station Museum, 1095 Broadway (6-8 vehicles), and along Alden Rd

Facilities

Benches, footbridges, bog boards

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