On Belmont Hill, just 6 miles northwest of downtown Boston, lies Habitat, an 87-acre urban oasis that has been devoted to environmental education since 1970. Over 2.5 miles of gentle trails wind through deciduous and evergreen forests, across meadows, around 2 ponds, and along a wetland containing a vernal pool. The visitor center is a brick Georgian-style mansion where monthly art exhibits can be viewed. Outside, there’s a pleasing and calming formal garden. The building and gardens can be reserved on weekends for weddings and other events. This sanctuary has the following universally accessible facilities: Nature Center, Restrooms, Garden Terrace.



Our wildlife sanctuaries throughout the state protect important habitat for wildlife, most are open to the public and provide a variety of opportunities for you to enjoy nature. Our sanctuaries represent some of the most spectacular habitats in Massachusetts, ranging from beaches and salt marshes on Cape Cod to woodlands and mountains in the Berkshires. Mass Audubon's land protection efforts protect more than 30,000 acres of ecologically significant land in Massachusetts.



You can walk along miles of scenic trails, participate in a variety of programs and special events, and get involved in local advocacy efforts. Each season brings unique opportunities to explore nature at all of our wildlife sanctuaries, making it fun and interesting to visit them throughout the year.