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Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary
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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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COVID-19 Updates
Reservations are Required
American Robin (Photo: Joy Marzolf)
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Sanctuary News & Events
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
April 10, 2021 (Saturday) 1:00-3:00pm
April 10, 2021 (Saturday) 1:00-3:00pm
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield
Starts April 20, 2021 (Tuesday) 10:00am-12:00pm (4 session dates)
Starts April 20, 2021 (Tuesday) 10:00am-12:00pm (4 session dates)
Ipswich River Wildlife Sanctuary, Topsfield
Starts April 20, 2021 (Tuesday) 1:30-3:30pm (4 session dates)
Starts April 20, 2021 (Tuesday) 1:30-3:30pm (4 session dates)
