Are dogs allowed on Fork Factory Brook?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Fork Factory Brook but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Fork Factory Brook?

No, Fork Factory Brook does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Fork Factory Brook?

Fork Factory Brook is rated easy. It is 1.5 miles long with 148 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Fork Factory Brook suitable for kids?

Yes, Fork Factory Brook is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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Massachusetts

Fork Factory Brook

Medfield, Massachusetts

1.5 mi

Distance

148 ft

Elev. Gain

32m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Fork Factory Brook is a 135-acre historic site, open space reserve, and agricultural reserve located in Medfield, Massachusetts. The reserve, managed by the land conservation non-profit organization The Trustees of Reservations, is notable for its wetlands, ledges, 300-year-old hayfields, and the ruins of a 19th-century pitchfork mill for which the property is named. Fork Factory Brook offers 1.5 miles (2.4 km) of trails and former woods roads available for hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, and cross country skiing. The property is part of a larger area of protected open space including the abutting Rocky Woods preserve, also managed by The Trustees of Reservations.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:72 ft

Max:85 ft

45 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.