Groton, Massachusetts 01450
J. Harry Rich State Forest mapThe John Tinker Trail, 0.25 miles, is designed to be accessible for people of all abilities. The trail has a smooth and firm surface, benches, rest areas, and a picnic table. It offers views of the Nashua River Oxbow. The trail is located on the north side of Nod Road, about half a mile from MA-119.
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J. Harry Rich State Forest is a state-owned tree farm that covers 507 acres of land in the Town of Groton and borders the Town of Pepperell. The forest is named after John Harry Rich, a former State Forester who was instrumental in acquiring land for the Quabbin Reservoir, one of the largest public works projects in the early 20th century. The forest offers visitors a chance to enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. The forest has a network of trails that pass through diverse habitats, including wetlands, woodlands, and fields. The forest also protects the watershed of the Nashua River and Cold Spring Pond.
The AllTrails website has a description and map of a hike using the John Tinker Trail.
Wheelchair accessible trail
Restrooms on site
Entrance fee
Last updated February 5, 2024