About Cedariver |
55 acres |
Explore this former riverside farm along the carriage road loop or enjoy a leisurely paddle on the Charles.
What makes Cedariver a special place?
Cedariver boasts beautiful frontage along the Charles River, and serves as a prime spot for paddlers to land their boats and take a hike. The mile-long cart path loop lets you explore the more than 50 acres of open fields, woodlands, and pristine riverbank. As red-tailed hawk soar above, watch for turkey and deer to appear amid the tall grass and goldenrod, Joe-Pye weed, and Black-eyed Susan.
Situated within a river environment serving both as a wildlife corridor and as part of Army Corps of Engineers’ flood-control efforts, this reservation achieves multiple conservation goals. Its 55 acres add to Millis’ substantial web of protected public land. And, through Cedariver and other nearby reservations, you can explore more than 500 acres of Trustees-protected land along this section of the Charles River.
Trails
Formerly a cart path, the 1-mile loop trail passes through open meadows and oak-pine forest, with access to the Charles River.
When to Visit
Year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of 1 hour.
Facilities
There is a canoe/kayak landing at Cedariver. Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) boat launch is across the state.
Regulations & Advisories
- Mountain biking is not allowed.
- Dogs must be leashed at all times.
- No fires or camping.
- Deer ticks may carry Lyme disease.
Directions
161 Forest Rd.
Millis, MA
Telephone: 508.785.0339
E-mail: charlesrivervalley@ttor.org
Get directions on Google Maps.
From I-95/Rt. 128, Exit 16: Take Rt. 109 West into Medfield: Proceed 0.1 mile beyond intersection with Rt. 27, take left onto Causeway St. Proceed 2.4 miles to terminus at Orchard St. Right on Orchard St. 0.3 mile and across Charles River. Entrance immediately on left.
From I-495 Exit 18: Take Rt. 109 East into Millis Center: Take Rt. 115 South, then first left onto Forest Rd. Proceed 1.2 miles, through stop sign, to reservation entrance on right (last driveway before Charles River).
Admission
When to Visit
Year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of 1 hour.
Admission
FREE to all
Property History
The Baker family operated a small farm here through the mid-20th century. Polly and Talbot Baker had moved to Millis in 1939 and were soon growing crops and raising livestock. In the 1970s, Polly Baker began her farsighted vision for protecting much of the landscape by placing a conservation restriction on it. Upon Mrs. Baker’s death in 2002 at the age of 94, the property, its two residences, and numerous outbuildings were generously donated to The Trustees.
Property Acquisition History
Cedariver was a gift in 2004 from the family of Polly Baker and her children Nicholas, Talbot, Hope, and Ben.
Programs
Click here to learn more about our Summer in the Valley Photo contest.
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
At present, a downloadable trail map is not available for Cedariver.
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.
Click on links below for further visitor information:
Before Setting Out
Tell Us What You Think
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Announcements & Alerts
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