Masquetuck Reservation

Masquetuck Reservation, located in Nantucket, MA, offers visitors the opportunity to explore the island's diverse natural habitats within a compact 13.5-acre property. With walking trails that wind through grassy fields, shrub thickets, hardwood forests, freshwater bogs, and salt marshes, it is an ideal destination for a short walk, especially with children. The property's hardwood forest ecosystems, dominated by black oak, white oak, black tupelo, red maple, sassafras, and American beech, provide a unique glimpse into Nantucket's hidden forests, which are partially protected from the island's salt spray and high winds.

Within the forest, visitors can observe a variety of bird species, including the black-capped chickadee, yellow warbler, gray catbird, downy woodpecker, red-eyed vireo, and more. Masquetuck Reservation is easily accessible from Quaise Pastures Road, offering a peaceful and educational experience for nature enthusiasts and families alike.

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