Bristol Blake State Reservation
Quick Facts
Bristol Blake State Reservation
Massachusetts
(508) 528-3140
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Overview
Offering 140 acres in the town of Norfolk, the reservation was once home to a commercial sawmill operation. A large, open field welcomes visitors and an old stone lined cow path leads to Stony Brook Pond and Teal Marsh where turtles and great blue herons are easy to spy. A boardwalk leads over Kingfisher Pond to a stand of beech trees, which is a popular spot for a wide variety of wildlife viewing. It is adjacent to the Massachusetts Audubon''s 116 acre Stony Brook Wildlife Sanctuary and is managed collaboratively with them.
Picnicking and pets are not allowed.
Activities
Hiking
A large, open field welcomes visitors and an old stone lined cow path leads to Stony Brook Pond and Teal Marsh where turtles and great blue herons are easy to spy. A boardwalk leads over Kingfisher Pond to a stand of beech trees, which is a popular spot for a wide variety of wildlife viewing.
Winter Sports
In winter, snowshoers can enjoy the reservation's trails and fields.
Directions
Driving
From Rte 495 take exit 15 (Rte. 1A), Follow Rte. 1A north for 4 miles to the intersection of Rte. 1A and Rte. 115 in Norfolk. Turn left and follow Rte. 115 north for 1.5 miles. Take 3rd left onto North Street. Parking is up on your right.
From Rte. 95 south take exit 9 and follow Rte. 1 past Foxboro Stadium. Turn right onto Pine Street and follow to end. Turn right onto Rte. 115, cross over Rte. 1A continuing straight. Take 3rd left onto North Street. Parking is up on your right.
Phone Numbers
Primary
(508) 528-3140Links
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