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In our concretized, urban landscape, the Landlocked Forest of Burlington is an oasis of forest, wildlife, and natural beauty. A treasure in its own right, and enjoyed by local hikers, bicyclists,and bird watchers, it is also part of our environmental legacy, a piece of old New England to be preserved, nurtured, and bequeathed to our grandchildren.
The 270 acres of land is named "The Landlocked Parcel" because of its location between Route 3, Route 128, Route 62 in Bedford, and conservation land in Lexington. Burlington residents and others may access it from the parking lot on Turning Mills Road (near Mountain Road) under the power lines. This is Lexington Conservation land and the trail directly leads to the Landlocked Forest. This town-owned property is one of two large parcels that Burlington's Open Space Plan recommends preserving for conservation and recreation. The property currently offers about 12 miles of narrow trails, perfect for walking, trail running, bicycling, dog walking, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
The Landlocked Forest is in danger of being destroyed. Please explore our site and visit Burlington's landlocked treasure yourself to see why we should fight to save this land.
Photo tour of Landlocked Forest
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