QUICK TRAIL FACTS
- Preserve Size: 130 acres
- Trail Mileage: 2.4 miles in network
- Pets: yes
- Difficulty: easy to moderate
- Sights: forest, small brooks, vernal pools
This is a well-marked and well-maintained system of trails in the woods and over streams (stepping stones provided) around an orderly neighborhood. At one point along the red trail, which makes a big loop around the eastern end of the houses, the path comes out on a little pond behind a couple of houses.
Additionally, the neighborhood has sidewalks and benches, for those who like to stroll on pavement.
The trail system, protected by Falmouth Land Trust, is close to the highway, so it can be noisy at times, although I wasn’t too bothered, as overall it’s a peaceful spot and a lovely amenity to have in your backyard.
Directions: (From Falmouth Land Trust) From I-95 take exit 53 and turn left onto Gray Rd (Rte 100/26). Turn right at the first traffic light onto Leighton Rd. Continue one-half mile and turn right onto Falmouth Rd. In two miles turn left to stay on Falmouth Rd. Continue one-half mile and turn left onto Ridgewood Rd. Continue on Ridgewood Rd for four-tenths of a mile and turn left onto Applewood Lane. Trailhead parking is in the first parking lot on the right.
