Star of the Sea Reserve - DNRT

Star of the Sea Reserve - DNRT The Reserve is adjacent to - and shares trails with - approximately 60 acres owned by the Dartmouth

DNRT’s Star of the Sea Reserve was extensively mined for sand and gravel and the old gravel pits, with all the top soil gone and excavated down to the water table in spots, is made up of grey birch, scrubby oaks and bayberry, the insectivorous sundew and cranberry growing in the poor soil conditions. In the eastern portion, rushes, orchids and Joe pye w**d indicate some of the wetter areas, along

with cacophonous groups of spring peepers. The Reserve is adjacent to — and shares trails with — approximately 60 owned by the Dartmouth Conservation Commission. This parcel is dominated by oak and beech forest with deciduous wetlands made up of red maple and American holly. The trail system follows an old bridle path, built and used by a farm on Gulf Road, which path was specifically designed to train horses for trail riding. There remains an old stone reinforced causeway leading across the saltmarsh from the woodland to Star of the Sea Drive, including a stone bridge only accessible at low tide.

03/07/2026

We are making progress clearing trails after the storm. Here is where we suggest hiking. Please note that even cleared trails are still difficult with deep snow and areas of slush.

02/27/2026

We are continuing to clear our trails and thank you for your patience! We are still advising folks to stay off the trails for the time being. If you must go out, please have a buddy, be aware of your surroundings, and make sure you have good pair of snow shoes!A

02/26/2026
02/25/2026

After taking some time to assess our trail systems, we are advising all to stay off of our trails for the time being. Conditions are unsafe.

Our walk for tomorrow has been cancelled due to rain.
11/25/2025

Our walk for tomorrow has been cancelled due to rain.

Our Thanksgiving Gratitude Walk schedule for tomorrow, Wednesday, November 26 has been cancelled due to rain in the forecast. Although we won't be gathering to walk, we ask that you keep a spirit of gratitude over the Thanksgiving holiday.

It's hunting season! Although DNRT does not allow hunting on any of our reserves with trails, some of our properties do ...
10/20/2025

It's hunting season! Although DNRT does not allow hunting on any of our reserves with trails, some of our properties do abut Town of Dartmouth land, which does allow hunting. For those properties (Destruction Brook Woods, Star of the Sea Reserve, and Frank Knowles/Little River Reserve) we do recommend wearing blaze orange (and it's always a good idea at any wooded property during hunting season). Grab a DNRT orange hat at our main office at 318 Chase Road or online at dnrt.org/store. Learn about hunting season in Massachusetts here: http://mass.gov/.../2025-fishing-and-hunting.../download

It's hunting season! Although DNRT does not allow hunting on any of our reserves with trails, some of our properties do abut Town of Dartmouth land, which does allow hunting. For those properties (Star of the Sea Reserve - DNRT , Frank Knowles /Little River Reserve - DNRT, and Destruction Brook Woods - DNRT) we do recommend wearing blaze orange (and it's always a good idea at any wooded property during hunting season). Grab a DNRT orange hat at our main office at 318 Chase Road or online at dnrt.org/store. Learn about hunting season in Massachusetts here: mass.gov/doc/2025-fishing-and-hunting-season-summary/download

THANK YOU!!!
11/10/2020

THANK YOU!!!

WE DID IT!!!!!
Thank you all so much for helping us reach our goal of raising $40,000 for our 40 miles of trails. We are truly grateful for the support offered by over 250 friends, volunteers, and DNRT members. You have showed us immense support and love during difficult times. Keep on loving those trails! ❤️

06/11/2020
06/02/2020

DNRT Land Steward Leah Howard points out several wildflowers that she finds during her hike at Star of the Sea Reserve.

Have you been enjoying the DNRT trails? Consider a donation today! Our trails have been seeing more use than ever and we...
05/14/2020

Have you been enjoying the DNRT trails? Consider a donation today! Our trails have been seeing more use than ever and we need your help to maintain them.

First time donors of $25+ during the month of May will receive a FREE Guide to Outdoor Recreation in Dartmouth book. This guide, which normally retails for $15, features over 70 full color pages with DNRT trails, as well as state, town, and other non-profit hiking areas. Join today: dnrt.org/member

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Star Of The Sea Drive
Dartmouth, MA
02748

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(508) 991-2289

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