Warren Weld Woodland
About the Business
Welcome to Warren Weld Woodland, a serene and enchanting park located at 82 Apple Street, Essex, Massachusetts. Nestled within the expansive Manchester-Essex Woods, this beautiful natural sanctuary is conserved by Greenbelt and the Manchester-Essex Conservation Trust. It offers visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the extraordinary diversity of plant and animal life that thrives year-round in its predominantly oak forests and wooded wetlands.
Explore 2.2 miles of moderate terrain, perfect for walking, cross-country skiing, and nature appreciation. The dense forest, which protects the headwaters of the Essex River, is part of an extensive wildlife corridor. Discover a variety of natural communities, including mixed oak-hemlock forests, ravines, and shrub swamps with vernal pools that are vital breeding grounds for amphibians like spotted salamanders, spring peepers, and wood frogs. In spring, look out for spotted turtles basking on sedge or feeding on egg masses in the pond.
Warren Weld Woodland is a treasure trove for mushroom hunters and wildlife enthusiasts. The diverse mix of hardwood trees and groves may have been shaped by the silviculture practices of Indigenous people, who managed the forest to promote the growth of valuable nut trees, berry-bearing bushes, and medicinal plants like pipsissewa and pink lady slipper. These woods are also home to a variety of mammals, including opossum, red fox, skunk, otter, and deer, as well as a rich bird population.
This remarkable property was gifted by Anne Warren Weld of Gloucester, an early Cape Ann environmentalist and advocate for conservation. Her commitment to the planet's preservation is reflected in the park's natural beauty and tranquility.
To visit, head south on Route 22 and turn left onto Apple Street. The trailhead and parking are 0.7 miles ahead on the right. Parking is limited to four cars, so please park in the small turnout provided.
Come and experience the wonders of Warren Weld Woodland, where nature's beauty awaits you at every turn.
Location & Phone number
82 Apple Street, Essex, Massachusetts 01929, United States
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