Tidmarsh Wildlife Sanctuary

Tidmarsh in autumn © Jeanne Lesperance
© Jeanne Lesperance

About

A vast expanse of cold-water streams, ponds, forest, and woodlands, Tidmarsh is a 481-plus acre landscape permanently protected and open for all to enjoy. Once a working cranberry farm, this landscape underwent the largest freshwater ecological restoration ever completed in the Northeast. Read more >

Location: 60 Beaver Dam Road, Plymouth, MA 02360
Phone: 508-927-1200
Hours: Trails daily, dawn to dusk

Sanctuary News & Events

Northern Saw-whet Owl on branch at night © Ben Griffith

Full Moon Hike

Tidmarsh Wildlife Sanctuary

Special Event December 21, 2018

Let's celebrate the winter solstice—the longest night of the year—with a hike to experience the sanctuary after dark! We'll explore by the light of the full moon and search the trails for signs of nocturnal wildlife.

Help Us Meet the Match by December 31

Restored wetland at Tidmarsh

We're thrilled to announce that a generous donor has issued a matching challenge grant to help Tidmarsh build a strong foundation and reach its full potential! 

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Upcoming Programs

Winter Ducks Walk

January 4, 2019 9:00am - 11:00am
Join our Sanctuary Director for an outing that will focus on winter waterfowl including wigeon, teal,...

Sunrise Hike

January 5, 2019 6:00am - 8:00am
Start 2019 off on the right foot by joining us for a sunrise hike to connect with the outdoors and set...

Owl Prowl Adventure

January 5, 2019 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Join us as we explore Tidmarsh in search of our resident owls and those who may just be passing through....
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Get Out & Explore

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Explore 3 miles of trails featuring cold-water streams, ponds, forest, and woodlands at Tidmarsh. Learn More >

Research & Conservation

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The restored wetlands at Tidmarsh support vulnerable wildlife while serving as a living model for ways to reduce the impacts of climate change. Learn More >