Mass Audubon Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary

About Mass Audubon Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary

Discover the natural beauty of Mass Audubon's Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary in Barnstable, Massachusetts! Explore a diverse landscape featuring scenic harbor views, peaceful cedar groves, and vibrant meadows. Several family-friendly trails await, including the 0.6-mile Harbor Overlook Loop with its stunning vistas of Sandy Neck and Night Heron Pond, and the shorter Bone Hill and Long Pasture trails, each offering unique perspectives of the sanctuary's ecosystem. Remember, a $5 per adult fee applies to access the trails, and dogs are prohibited to protect the delicate wildlife. Water is available at the Discovery Center to help you stay hydrated during your exploration.

Plan your visit to Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary and choose from a variety of short, easy trails perfect for a quick nature escape. The 0.5-mile Beck Family Trail offers picturesque pond and meadow views, while the Lichen Trail provides a convenient 0.2-mile connector to other trails from the parking areas. You can access these trails from both the main Discovery Center parking lot and the smaller lot on Bone Hill Road. Be sure to pay the $5 adult fee at the kiosks or Discovery Center before embarking on your hike and remember that dogs are not permitted. Enjoy the serene beauty and diverse habitats of this Mass Audubon sanctuary!