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Stavros Reservation
Island Rd, Essex, MA 01929
Nature preserve🪢 Leash required
73 acres · 2 miles of trails
⭐ 4.7
420 reviews
Gaze over Essex Bay from the trails of this 73-acre property in Essex. Leashed dogs hike with shade, water, and parking available. Wear layers for variable coastal weather.
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- Park
- Stavros Reservation
- Type
- Nature preserve
- Location
- Essex, Massachusetts
- Coordinates
- 42.6500, -70.7714
- Size
- 73 acres
- Trail miles
- 2
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (420 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.6 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
Dog Parks Hub Vibe Score™
6.6/ 10
Solid
- · ★ 4.7 from 420 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
73-acre Trustees of Reservations property with views of Essex Bay. Leashed dogs welcome on trails.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
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