Noanet Woodlands
| Noanet Woodlands | |
|---|---|
View towards Boston from Noanet Peak | |
| Type | Woodland |
| Location | Powissett Street Dover, Massachusetts, USA |
| Coordinates | 42°14′49″N 71°16′8″W / 42.24694°N 71.26889°W |
| Area | 595 acres (241 ha) |
| Established | 1984 |
| Operated by | The Trustees of Reservations |
| Hiking trails | 17 miles (27 km) |
| Website | Noanet Woodlands |
Noanet Woodlands is a 595-acre (241 ha) open space preserve located in Dover, Massachusetts. It is managed by the land conservation non-profit organization The Trustees of Reservations. The property has 17 miles (27 km) of hiking trails, several of which lead to the 387-foot summit of Noanet Peak, which offers a view of downtown Boston skyscrapers. The property's trail system connects to trails on two adjacent open space parcels: Powisset Farm (which is also owned by the Trustees), and Hale Education. Parking areas are at 93 Powisset Street and in Caryl Park, which is owned by the Town of Dover.
More than 120 species of birds have been identified at the property. The Noanet Peak Trail, the Peabody Loop, and the Caryl Loop Trail are described in the Appalachian Mountain Club's Massachusetts Trail Guide. Boston Magazine has included Noanet Woodlands on its list of "10 best fall hikes in New England."
Noanet Woodlands welcomes equestrians to ride on its bridle paths and jumps. Bike riding is permitted. On-leash dogs are permitted on the property. From October through December, bow hunting for deer is allowed on Monday through Saturday by permit.