Fox Hill Conservation Land

Fox Hill Conservation Land

Carlisle, Massachusetts 01741

Official Website
Fox Hill Conservation Land map

About this Location

Fox Hill is an 11-acre parcel purchased in 1981 for conservation and recreation purposes. Two agricultural fields have been farmed for generations, most recently by a local farmer to grow hay for livestock.

Fox Hill has two hay fields (about 8 acres) connected by a short path that crosses a seasonal stream. The fields are currently licensed to a local farmer who uses the hay to feed her goat herd. The two fields afford lovely views from Bedford Road and Stearns Street, and also from various points around the fields.

The diverse habitats present at Fox Hill, fields, woods, wetlands, and intervening shrub areas, provide excellent habitats for wildlife. The seasonal pools in the northwest corner of the parcel are being investigated as possible vernal pools. Bluebird houses were erected on the property in 2006.

While there are no official trails at Fox Hill, walkers, and horseback riders are welcome to use the perimeter of the agricultural hay fields and the mowed path that crosses the middle of the two fields.

Fox Hill is located at the intersection of Bedford Road and Stearns Street, about 0.67 miles east of the town center. Parking (unofficial sites) for 1 or two cars is available at the site entrances on Bedford Road and Stearns Street.

Features

  • Restrooms on site

  • Wheelchair accessible trail

  • Entrance fee

Content from Official Website

Last updated December 25, 2023