About Dexter Drumlin |
38 acres |
Wander from to a hilltop meadow offering fine views of historic Lancaster.
What makes Dexter Dremlin a special place?
As the last glacier moved across and scoured the New England landscape, it formed glacial drumlins (hills running parallel to the direction of the glacial flow) like Dexter Drumlin.
Today the Reservation is managed as a graceful, open meadow. A small tributary of the Nashua River runs along the western side of the hill. Grasses are allowed to grow tall to shelter ground-nesting birds and nurture other species. Dexter Drumlin offers views of historic Lancaster and its surrounding farmland and is a favorite spot for winter sledding.
A narrow mowed footpath traverses the crest of the hill and loops back along the stream to the entrance. Dexter Drumlin offers views of historic Lancaster and its surrounding farmland and is a favorite spot for winter sledding.
Trails
A one-mile mowed footpath passes over the top of the drumlin and loops back to the entrance. Easy walking.
When to Visit
Year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of ½ hour.
Regulations & Advisories
- Dogs must be under voice control or kept on a leash at all times.
Directions
George Hill Road
Lancaster, MA 01523
Telephone: 413.532.1631
Email: central@ttor.org
Latitude: 42.447
Longitude: -71.687
Get directions on Google Maps.
From Rt. 2: Take Exit 35, Rt. 70 South 5.5 mi. through Lancaster Center. Turn right onto George Hill Rd. and continue 0.2 mi. to entrance and roadside parking on right.
From I-190: Take Exit 7 for Rt. 117 East 3.3 mi. Turn right onto Rt. 70 (Main St.), and proceed 1.8 mi. to George Hill Rd.
Continue as above.
Admission
When to Visit
Year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of ? hour.
Admission
FREE to all
Property History
Property Acquisition History
Bequest in 1999, with endowment, of Nathaniel T. Dexter.
Volunteer Opportunities
There are no volunteer positions at this reservation at this time; please check again later or click here to find other opportunities near you.
Work Parties
There are no work parties at this reservation at this time; please check again later or click here to find other work parties near you.
Maps and Resources
Printed trail maps are available for free from the bulletin board in the parking area. Please understand that supplies sometimes run out. We recommend that you download a trail map before you go.
Planning Your Visit
Before You Go
We encourage you to visit as many Trustees properties as you can.
Wherever your travels take you, please observe all posted regulations, follow special instructions from property staff, and keep in mind the Stewardship Code:
- Protect wildlife and plants.
- Guard against all risk of fire.
- Help keep air and water clean.
- Carry out what you carry in.
- Use marked footpaths and bridle paths.
- Leave livestock, crops, and machinery alone.
- Respect the privacy of neighboring land.
- Enjoy and share the landscape with others.
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Announcements & Alerts
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