About Hamlin Reservation |
135 acres |
What makes Hamlin Reservation a special place?
We think it's the gently rolling fields and marsh meadows, where bobolinks and small mammals inhabit former farmland. A historic dike once connected Eagle Island to the mainland so livestock could graze the island’s pastures. Today you can follow a causeway to find the island covered by a white pine, oak, and hickory forest. A short loop trail circles the island, revealing the remnants of stone walls that were built along its perimeter.
The back side of the island overlooks extensive open marsh, drained by Labor-in-Vain Creek. Here you’ll find a remote landscape isolated from the modern world. Watch wading birds such as glossy ibis and snowy and American egrets hunt for fish in this, one of the least disturbed parts of the entire 25,000-acre Great Marsh.
Trails
1-mile loop trail; moderate walking.
When to Visit
Year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of ½ hour.
Regulations & Advisories
- Dogs are not allowed.
- Seasonal hunting (deer only) is permitted only as part of a deer management program administered by The Trustees of Reservations. Contact The Trustees' Northeast Regional Ecologist for details. Learn more about hunting on Trustees properties.
Directions
Argilla Road
Ipswich, MA
Telephone: 978.356.4351
E-mail: neregion@ttor.org
Get directions on Google Maps.
From Rt. 128 Exit 20A, follow Rt. 1A North for 8 mi. to Ipswich. Turn right onto Rt. 133 East and follow for 1.5 mi. Turn left onto Northgate Rd. and follow for 0.5 mi. Turn left onto Argilla Rd. and follow for 0.2 mi. to entrance and parking (10 cars) on right.
Admission
When to VisitYear-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of ½ hour.
Admission
FREE to all.
Property History
Property Acquisition HistoryBequest of Octavia Hamlin in 1993.
Volunteer Opportunities
| Position | Location |
|---|---|
| Trail Stewards - Weir Hill and Other Reservations | Weir Hill, Appleton Farms, Stavros Reservation |
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 distributed free from bulletin board in parking areas. Please understand that supplies periodically run out. We recommend that you download a trail map before you visit.
Planning Your Visit
Community LinksIpswich Online
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
No advisories at this time.
Upcoming Things To Do
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