Pulpit Rock Conservation Area — Attraction in Bedford

I discovered more than I expected when I visited. I thought 🤔 I would just see 🙈 a huge rock 🪨 and a trail. Instead, I visited a ravine, remnants of a mill and dam, a huge beaver 🦫 dam, a small waterfall, well maintained and marked trails and Indian Rock 🪨. I also came across a kiosk with historical information ℹ️ about the area. Unfortunately, I also came across graffiti as well. I was not 100% certain which rock was Pulpit Rock. Were the huge rocks at the ravine Pulpit Rock or was it the rock just before it? I did visit the bottom of the ravine. It was impressive looking down 👇 and up! I explored the main trail. It connects to the Pulpit River Trail in Auburn. Bring bug 🪲 repellent, water and a good pair of shoes 👟! 🐕 Dogs allowed. Please clean up after them, thanks 👍! Not wheelchair ♿ or stroller accessable. There are a lot of small rocks and (I am Groot!) roots on the trail. Keep an eye 👁️ on your kids and pets if you visit the ravine! The drop is significant and there is only one safety rope! The trail is easy to moderate. I...

We really enjoyed the hike here. The waterfall was dried up, unless there is another one we didn't come across.

Some sections of the path are moderately difficult, but my 8 year old handled it well with a bit of assistance over big rocks. Scenery is beautiful and lots of interesting landmarks on the white path. Haven't tried the others yet.

On the way back I let my 8 year old daughter lead the way by following the trail markers and she lead us back without a hitch, so I'd say the trails are very well marked.

The pictures really don't capture how high up your are at the pulpit.

Also if you bring your kids, have them be on the lookout for rocks small enough to pick up and carry. You'll know why when you find it, and your kids will be excited they have a rock...

Love this place we go there 3 times a year summer is the best, fall in pretty too, winter is a challenge. It has a bunch of trails from easy to hard. Although the difficult ones really are not that bad. The view of the water is beautiful. 2 perfect spot for taking pictures and viewing. Dog friendly although you do have to watch people tend to let there dogs run free. (Problem if your afraid dogs or have a dog agressive dog) The hike is beautiful and worth it. As long as you pay attention to the color trail your on your fine. Getting lost can happen but not hard to find your way out. I recommend this place for beginners and...