Shady trails
A gateway to the 13,600-acre Southeastern Massachusetts Bioreserve, Copicut Woods boasts upland forests, wetlands, waterways, and remnants of a vibrant agricultural past.
The trails at Copicut Woods wind through a variety of natural communities and pass vernal pools, an abandoned farm settlement, and the nearly mile-long Miller Lane, a 150-year-old stone-walllined, scenic cart path. Enjoy a secluded picnic in the traditional timber frame Education Shed before exploring along the Meadowhawk and Soggy Bottom Trails. The accessible discovery trail offers immersive experiences for visitors of all ages, literacy levels, and abilities.
Established in 2002, the Bioreserve, one of the largest protected lands in the state, sustains the native biodiversity of this region, from the dominant White Pine-Oak forest to the rare Atlantic White Cedar swamps, from the nearly 100 species of birds to the endangered Four-toed Salamander, and protects drinking water for more than 100,000 people. The landscape also has a rich cultural history and provides a range of opportunities for enjoying the outdoors.
Copicut Woods is a gateway to the Southeastern Massachusetts Bioreserve, which offers more than 50 miles of trails for hiking and mountain biking.
Enjoy a secluded picnic in a traditional timber frame shed before exploring along the Meadhowhawk and Soggy Bottom Trails.
When To Visit
Daily, sunrise to sunset. Allow a minimum of one hour.
Admission
FREE to all.
Indian Town Rd.
Fall River, MA 02790
Get directions on Google Maps.
Nearby city roads can be difficult to travel without a high clearance four-wheel drive vehicle; GPS navigation tools will direct travelers down these unmaintained roads. Please follow the driving directions below.
From Points North and West: I-195 to Exit 9 (Sanford Rd.) and turn left. Road bears right and becomes Old Bedford Rd. Next, take left onto Blossom Rd.; follow 1.3 miles. Bear right onto Indian Town Rd.; follow for
1.7 miles to parking area (12 cars) on left; roadside parking also available.
From Points East: I-195 to Exit 10, Rt. 88 South. Take first exit for Rt. 6 West. At first traffic light, turn right onto Sanford Rd. Follow under highway; continue as described above.
There is a trail map posted on a kiosk in the parking area.
We recommend that you take a photo of the map on your phone so you can refer to it during your visit, or download a trail map before you head out.
There are 5.4 miles of trail at Copicut Woods, including the few segments of trail on the adjoining conservation land (Miller Brook).
Property Acquisition History
Purchased from the Richard G. Hawes family, owners of Acushnet Saw Mills, in 2002 as part of a 3,800-acre Bioreserve acquisition involving state and municipal partners. Endowment was provided by generous gift of Cynthia Hawes Ritter, Mary Ellen Hawes Lees, and Peter J. Hawes.
A walk through Copicut is therapeutic for the body and soul.
– Mannydejesus, Trip Advisor