East Boston Camps, Westford

East Boston Camps, Westford

Westford, Massachusetts 01886

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About this Location

East Boston Camps is a historic property in Westford, Massachusetts, that offers outdoor recreation and education opportunities for the public. The site covers 286 acres of conservation land, with trails, cabins, fields, and a beach on Burge's Pond. The property was originally used as a summer camp for children from East Boston from 1937 to 2008. In 2005, the town of Westford acquired the land to preserve it as open space and maintain its cultural heritage. The Westford Friends of East Boston Camps is a nonprofit organization that supports the conservation, maintenance, and improvement of the site. The camps are available for rental by individuals and groups on weekends during the spring and fall seasons.

Amenities at East Boston Camps include rental cabins, fire pits, and access to a small public beach on Burge’s Pond.

Notable Trails

The AllTrails website has a description and map of a hike at East Boston Camps.

Features

  • Entrance fee

  • Restrooms on site

  • Wheelchair accessible trail

Content from Official Website

Last updated December 23, 2023