        
 | Property Description | 33 acres | Established 1941 | | Once pastureland, most Elliott Laurel is now a quiet woodland traversed by old stone walls. Its scenic foot trail crosses an open field before climbing a rocky hillside to a south-facing overlook. The trail then leads gently through shaded woods dotted by venerable white pines and hemlocks before descending past rock outcrops to a red maple swamp. The return leg of the trail passes under a cathedral of tall white pines, whose trunks are swathed in thickets of spring-blooming mountain laurel (Kalmia latifolia) for which the Reservation is named. At peak in mid-June, the pink flower buds of mountain laurel gradually open to reveal brilliant white flowers, brightening the shady woodland floor. |
| | Trails | | 1-mile trail. Moderate hiking. |
| | Literature | | A trail map may be mail ordered from the on-line Store. |
| | Hunting Advisory | | Seasonal hunting is permitted at this property subject to all state and town laws. Click here for further information. |
| | Property Acquisition History | | Original acreage a gift of Frederick W. Elliott in 1941 in memory of his mother. Endowment given by Miss Olive Simes. Additional land purchased in 1975. |
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Telephone:
978-840-4446 E-mail:
central@ttor.org When to Visit:
Year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of 1 hour. Admission Fees & Permits:
Free to all. On-site donation welcome from nonmembers. Regulations / Advisories:
Seasonal hunting is permitted. See details below left. How to Get There:
From Route 2, take exit 21 (Route 2A west) and follow for 1.1 mi. into Templeton center. In town center, pick-up Route 101 south and follow for 3.9 mi. Entrance on right. From intersection of Routes 32 and 101 in Petersham, take Route 101 north 3.6 mi. Entrance on left. Road-side parking only. Road Map:
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