Beginning at a roadside trailhead on Lee Land Trust property, Donato’s Trail climbs sharply up the hillside before splitting into a loop trail near the top. Although the trail does not provide access to Lower Goose Pond or a connection to the nearby Appalachian Trail, the Donato’s Trail explores the ridgeline high above this mountain lake. The Trustees’ Goose Pond Reservation protects more than a quarter-mile of rocky shoreline.

Goose Pond Reservation—previously accessible only by boat—is now accessible through the parking lot of our partners, Lee Land Trust on Route 20. Please be respectful of our partner’s land.

On the two-mile trail, you’ll climb nearly 300 feet to a ridge at an elevation of 1,753 feet. Wear bright colors and avoid carrying anything white during hunting seasons. Note: there is no trail access to the pond itself.

FREE to all.

Open year-round, daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of one hour (upon arrival).

Please note that the parking lot is not plowed in winter.

1310 Cape Street
Lee, MA 01238

E-mail: info@thetrustees.org

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Parking lot and access to the reservation is on the property of our partner, Lee Land Trust; please be respectful of our partner’s land. Wear bright colors and avoid carrying anything white during hunting seasons. Note: there is no access to the pond itself.

From Mass Turnpike, take Exit 2 onto Route 20 East and follow for 2.5 miles. The 4-car parking lot is on the right.

Download a trail map before setting out.

• Hunting is permitted at this property subject to all state and town laws. It is recommended to wear brightly colored clothing like an orange vest or hat during the hunting season. Hunting is not allowed on Sundays. Learn more about hunting on Trustees properties, and read safety tips for non-hunters.
• Dogs are welcome, but must be leashed.
• There is no trail access down to the lake.
• Parking lot and access to the reservation is on the property of our partner, Lee Land Trust; please be respectful of our partner’s land. Note: there is no access to the pond itself.
• PHOTOGRAPHY: We ask that photographers or their clients become Contributing Level Members before conducting portrait sessions at this property. Click here for more information, and to request permission for any portrait sessions. The Trustees of Reservations reserves the right, and may give permission to its designated photographers and videographers, or to outside media, to photograph or video visitors and program participants at all its facilities and properties.