September 14, 2021
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Habitat Education Center & Wildlife Sanctuary
Turtle Pond
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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-5 pm • Trails open daily, dawn to dusk
Trails
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Explore our 3-mile trail system, which connects to the Western Greenway Trail. Details & map >
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Habitat Education Center & Wildlife Sanctuary
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