North River Wildlife Sanctuary

Gravel trail through green woods at North River

About

North River Wildlife Sanctuary is named for the state-designated Scenic River that winds along its northern boundary. The sanctuary's fields, oak forest, and salt marsh attract a wide variety of birds and seals are often visible from the riverside platform. Programs and summer camp take place in and around the historic building. Please leave dogs and other pets at home.

Location: 2000 Main Street, Marshfield, MA 02050
Phone: 781-837-9400
Nature Center: Wednesday-Friday, 10 am-3 pm
Trails: open daily, dawn to dusk

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Trails

Hit the Trails

Family on a trail next to a meadow in summer at North River Wildlife Sanctuary

Explore more than 2 miles of well-marked trails, including a universally-accessible loop. Trail map >

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Online Programs

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

Upcoming Programs

April Vacation

April 18, 2023 (Tuesday) 9:00am-3:00pm

Discover how April showers bring May flowers, look for amphibians, see which birds are migrating back from the long winter, and get outside for an adventure. Read more

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