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Women on bridge Join today and get outside at one of our 60+ wildlife sanctuaries.
Narrow trail through the woods with river on right
Brewster's Woods Wildlife Sanctuary, Concord

Wildlife Sanctuaries & Properties

Brewster's Woods Wildlife Sanctuary

  • Concord
  • 130 Acres

Plan Your Visit

Brewster's Woods Wildlife Sanctuary is a 130-acre property located along the banks of the Concord River that was formerly part of the country homestead of William Brewster, an early leader in American ornithology and the first President of Mass Audubon.

Directions to Brewster's Woods

Property Regulations

  • Foot travel only; please stay on trails (day passes are available for powered mobility devices)
  • Dog walking and horseback riding are prohibited; please leave all animals and pets at home (service animals welcome)
  • Camping, collecting, smoking, hunting, fishing, releasing of animals, and feeding wildlife is prohibited.
  • Commercial photography needs prior approval; please see all photography guidelines.

Facilities

  • Parking
    Parking

Explore Brewster's Woods

  • Four people walking on a bare trail. To their right is a wooden fence and a few trees, to their left is woods and shrubs.
  • A dozen people looking out across a meadow surrounded by forest.
    Brewster's Woods, Concord
  • A pond with scattered Lily Pads. Bare trees and pine trees line the edges of the bank.
    Brewster's Woods, Concord
  • Three Black-eyed Susans next to an old wooden fence. A forest of pine trees in the distance.

Latest News

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News July 14, 2025

Hit the Water: Boating Across Massachusetts

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hands looking through old photos
News October 21, 2024

Unlocking the Past: Preserving the Stories Behind William Brewster’s Glass Plates

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Kayak and canoe ramp with bench at Brewster's Woods
Press Release July 01, 2024

New Kayak Landing Now Open at Brewster's Woods

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Sanctuary History

This historic land was formerly part of the country homestead of William Brewster, a recognized leader in ornithology and first president of Mass Audubon.

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Conservation Projects

Mass Audubon has embarked on a multi-year process to understand the ecological systems, mission-oriented opportunities, and community benefits that the property offers.

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