Cushman Preserve is a Wildlands Trust property along the Blue Fish River in Duxbury. This property is a hidden gem that is only accessed along a private road to a small parking area.
The preserve is a pretty simple trail that features a larger field and it's location near the Blue Fish River. During the months where field grass is growing, a path is maintained on the periphery of the field. If you spend some time watching the field grass, you'll be almost guaranteed to see some interesting birds and butterflies.
The Cushman Preserve offers both historical and natural interest. Captain Cushman purchased the land from relatives of his wife, Mary W. Alden (a direct descendant of John Alden), whose family has held the property since the 1620s. The Captain’s home, “The Anchorage,” built in 1846, housed many treasures from his voyages to China and the South Seas between 1840 and 1860. The house and property were donated to the Trust by Lura Cushman, the Captain’s granddaughter. The house remains a private residence. (copied from source: Wildlands Trust)
TRAILS:
Very simple loop outlining the historic field. During the grass growing seasons, there is a trail path mowed along the perimeter. There is a side trail along the wooden river side that leads down to the water.
POINTS OF INTEREST:
- River Trail - enjoy the path off the field down to the river. There is a great bench that you can relax on to watch the wildlife.
LOCATION:
Anchorage Lane
Duxbury, MA
Small parking lot is at the end of the gravel road on the left
STROLLER SCORE: 2
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