About Peters Reservation |
97 acres |
A delightful paddling destination, this riverside retreat features a mix of natural flora, designed landscape and plantings, and two miles of trails.
What makes Peters Reservation a special place?
Peters Reservation, named for the family who, in 1917, purchased the property as a family retreat, is dominated by an oak and hickory forest. The trails and understory plantings here were laid out by leading landscape architect Fletcher Steele.
A plantation of red pines lines much of the Reservation's frontage on the Charles River. More than two miles of trails traverse woodlands featuring a large, massed planting of Dexter hybrid rhododendrons. A short trail extension on the other side of Farm Road links Peters Reservation to Chase Woodlands.
Trails
2.5 miles of trails. Moderate hiking.
When to Visit
Year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of 1 hour, 2 hours if also visiting adjacent Chase Woodlands.
Regulations & Advisories
- Water craft may not be launched from the property. Landing only.
- No dogs allowed.
- No mountain biking allowed.
Directions
Farm Road
Dover, MA
Telephone: 508.785.0339
E-mail: charlesrivervalley@ttor.org
Get directions on Google Maps.
By car: From Dover Center, follow Springdale Ave. west for 0.8 mi. Turn left onto Farm St. and follow for 1.8 mi. to entrance and parking (strict 4-car limit) on left. This parking area serves both Chase Woodlands and Peters Reservation. Roadside parking is not permitted in Dover.
By canoe/kayak: A canoe/kayak landing is located on the eastern (right) bank of the Charles River 0.5 mi. north of Bridge St. in Dover.
Admission
When to Visit
Year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of 1 hour, 2 hours if also visiting Chase Woodlands.
Admission
FREE to all
Property History
Property Acquisition History
Original acreage a gift, by bequest, of Jane Peters Guild in 1988. Additional land given by Theodore Chase and Ellen Moot in 1988. Additional land purchased in 1996 by MLCT.
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
Free trail map distributed from bulletin board in Chase Woodlands parking area. Please understand that supplies periodically run out. We recommend that you download a trail map before you visit.
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
SHOOT, ENTER, WIN! The 4th annual Summer in the Valley photo contest. Learn More >>
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