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North River Wildlife Sanctuary, Marshfield

North River Wildlife Sanctuary

Plan Your Visit

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.

Hours
Nature Center
  • Wednesday–Friday
  • 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Trails
  • Daily
  • dawn to dusk
  • 2 miles
  • 0.25 miles

Property Regulations

  • Foot travel only; please stay on trails (day passes are available for powered mobility devices)
  • Dog walking and horseback riding are prohibited; please leave all animals and pets at home (service animals welcome)
  • Camping, collecting, smoking, hunting, fishing, releasing of animals, and feeding wildlife is prohibited.
  • Commercial photography needs prior approval; please see all photography guidelines.
  • Ticks are prevalent; take precautions to repel and check for ticks.

Facilities

  • Parking
    Parking
  • Nature Center/Museum, Universally Accessible
    Nature Center/Museum, Universally Accessible
  • Restrooms, Universally Accessible
    Restrooms, Universally Accessible
  • Trail, Universally Accessible
    Trail, Universally Accessible
  • Picnic Tables
    Picnic Tables
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Station
    Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Explore North River

  • A grassy ledge to a channel with boats on it.
    North River, Marshfield © Kim Nagy
  • A gravel path in the woods. Green vegetation on both sides of the trail.
  • A grassy trail cutting between a green meadow, leading to a tall green forest.
    © Ryan Bevans
  • The head of a deer with large ears in a tall golden meadow.
    © Stephen Kender
  • The tail of a chipmunk standing straight up on an uneven boardwalk. Large green leaves on both sides of the boardwalk.

Latest News

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adults sitting around picnic table
News June 16, 2026

Picnic Perfect Wildlife Sanctuaries

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Special Event

Firefly Fest at North River

Event Date: Saturday, July 11

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Two people in wheelchairs on green grass
© Gretchen Ertl
News May 08, 2026

Expanding Access to Nature: All Persons Trail Enhancements at North River and Daniel Webster

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