Nice piece of wilderness, there is also a beach (not good for swimming) with hermit crabs. The Marblehead Rail Trail runs right through this forest, and it's great for taking your dog for a walk, walking or biking and watching people disobey leash laws that are never really enforced. You can park for free at the Gatchell Playground. The trail goes to the center of Marblehead east and to Salem...
   Read moreEven in early spring when trails tend to be mushy, it is still pretty pleasant experience to navigate. A relatively easy trail despite some knolls and cross streams along the path. Dog walkers seem friendly enough. Also pretty close to backyards of private properties but again no one seem to mind hikers. Overall a nice trail for casual hikers including children and maybe...
   Read moreNice trails through the woods lead you out along the cove. The trails also connect to the bike trail. The Marblehead Conservancy started a native wildflower and pollinator program in the open fields in the lead mills area. All the flowers are in full bloom right now...
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