The Long Pasture Trail at the Mass Audubon Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary in Barnstable, Massachusetts is a 0.4-mile one-way hike that features open meadow views.
Hike Description
This hike begins at the main parking lot for the Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary; however, hikers can hop on the trail at either end (parking lot). If hiking from north to south, as in this GPS track, hikers will begin at the main parking lot, then hike through an open field to reach the Long Pasture Trail. Once on the trail, it heads south and passes at least one trail junction along the way. Hikers will pass Buttonbush Swamp before the trail leads into another open meadow where it winds around the western side, crossing a small wooden footbridge over wetland. At the end of the trail hikers can connect to the Beck Family Trail or the Bone Hill Trail.
Fees
As of May 2023, there's a $5/adult fee to walk on the property. Hikers can pay at self-pay kiosks at other trailheads or they can pay inside at the Discovery Center.
Parking
Northern parking lot: Hikers will find a large parking lot at the coordinates provided. The lot is large enough to accommodate a couple dozen vehicles. Southern parking lot: Hikers will find a small parking lot at the southern end of this trail near the bend in Bone Hill Road.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed on trails here.
Water Source
If the Discovery Center is open, hikers can refill their water bottles inside.
Hike Description
This hike begins at the main parking lot for the Long Pasture Wildlife Sanctuary; however, hikers can hop on the trail at either end (parking lot). If hiking from north to south, as in this GPS track, hikers will begin at the main parking lot, then hike through an open field to reach the Long Pasture Trail. Once on the trail, it heads south and passes at least one trail junction along the way. Hikers will pass Buttonbush Swamp before the trail leads into another open meadow where it winds around the western side, crossing a small wooden footbridge over wetland. At the end of the trail hikers can connect to the Beck Family Trail or the Bone Hill Trail.
Fees
As of May 2023, there's a $5/adult fee to walk on the property. Hikers can pay at self-pay kiosks at other trailheads or they can pay inside at the Discovery Center.
Parking
Northern parking lot: Hikers will find a large parking lot at the coordinates provided. The lot is large enough to accommodate a couple dozen vehicles. Southern parking lot: Hikers will find a small parking lot at the southern end of this trail near the bend in Bone Hill Road.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed on trails here.
Water Source
If the Discovery Center is open, hikers can refill their water bottles inside.
