April 18, 2019
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Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
Cedar Waxwing © Kathy Diamontopoulos
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Ipswich River offers 12 miles of trails that invite you to explore the forests, meadows, wetlands, drumlin, and esker. You can also travel down the namesake river, which meanders through the sanctuary, by canoe. Whether exploring by foot or paddle, you will marvel at the diversity of wildlife, especially bird species; the sanctuary is part of the Eastern Essex County Interior Forest Important Bird Area.
Location: 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield, MA 01983
Phone: 978-887-9264
Hours: Tuesday–Sunday & Monday holidays, 9 am-4 pm; Trails Tuesday–Sunday, dawn to dusk; closed Monday
Bird-a-thon
Bird-a-thon is May 10–11
Ipswich River’s team is seeking your support for this annual fundraiser. Show Your Support >
Summer Camp
Summer Camp Registration is Open
Day camps for ages 4-14 in Topsfield, Essex, & Marblehead. Learn More >
Sanctuary News & Events
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
Special Event Sunday, June 2, 2019
Join us for a day of nature and fun featuring Marcia and Mark Wilson of Eyes on Owls. An unforgettable natural history experience for the whole family!
Upcoming Programs
Using a varied set of lines to create a 3D image on paper has forever been a challenging form of artistic expression across th... Learn More >
"Bathe" your mind and body in the soothing natural landscapes of the Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary. The practice of shinrin... Learn More >
Spring is the season when frogs, toads, and salamanders return to the wetlands to lay their eggs. After a short introduction i... Learn More >
