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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. Whether exploring by foot or paddling down our namesake river, 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. Please leave dogs and other pets at home.
→ Parking Reservations ←Reservations* are required from Tuesdays–Sundays between 9 am–4:30 pm. *All self-guided school or group parking reservations must be scheduled through our office at least one week in advance. |
Location: 87 Perkins Row, Topsfield, MA 01983
Phone: 978-887-9264
Hours: Trails open Tuesdays–Sundays, dawn to dusk; closed Mondays, except holidays (no restrooms)
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Programs for Families
Yellow Trout Lily © Richard Welch
Explore spring as a family, from blooming wildflowers to singing birds. Find programs >
COVID-19 Updates
Reservations are Required
American Robin (Photo: Joy Marzolf)
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Sanctuary News & Events
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
Mass Audubon's Bird-a-thon fundraiser is back for 2021, and the North Shore Sanctuaries Team is looking for your support! Funds raised during this event provide crucial, important support for Ipswich River, Joppa Flats, and Endicott.
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
Exciting habitat restoration work is happening at Ipswich River! The project will create a large, contiguous field of flowering plants and native grasses and shrubs that will provide highly beneficial habitat for pollinators and birds alike.
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
At Ipswich River Nature Day Camp, campers ages 5–11 have a unique opportunity to learn about nature, meet new friends, and have fun outside at our 1,955-acre wildlife sanctuary in Topsfield. Registration is now open!
Upcoming Programs
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield
May 15, 2021 (Saturday) 1:00-2:30pm
May 15, 2021 (Saturday) 1:00-2:30pm
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield
June 12, 2021 (Saturday) 1:00-2:30pm
June 12, 2021 (Saturday) 1:00-2:30pm
