Habitat Education Center & Wildlife Sanctuary

Barred Owl perched on a bare branch in winter at Habitat Education Center © Man Ching Cheung

About

Gentle trails wind through deciduous and evergreen forests, across meadows, and around ponds and vernal pools at Habitat, located just seven miles from downtown Boston. A long-standing center for environmental education, Habitat offers year-round programs for all ages. Examples of sustainability—including goats that help control invasive plants and a community garden with plots for rent—make this a great spot to learn about green practices while you explore. Please leave dogs and other pets at home.

→ Organized groups require advance reservations. Please contact us to schedule your visit. ←

Location: 10 Juniper Road, Belmont, MA 02478
Phone: 617-489-5050
Hours: Tuesday–Sunday, 9 am-4 pm • Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day • Trails open daily, dawn to dusk

More information, property regulations, & directions >

Trails

Hit the Trails!

Family walking a wooded trail Habitat Education Center in summer

Explore our 3-mile trail system, which connects to the Western Greenway Trail. Details & map >

Online Programs - Promo for All Sancs

Online Programs

Explore nature with us online, from summer night sounds to annual migrations. Coming up next >

Sanctuary News & Events

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