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Cogswell’s Grant

  • March 24, 2014
Cogswell’s Grant was the summer home of renowned collectors Bertram K. and Nina Fletcher Little. The Littles purchased this 165-acre property overlooking the Essex River in 1937 and carefully restored the 1728 farmhouse, preserving original finishes and documenting their work through photographs.   They donated the property to Historic New […]
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Stavros Reservation

Stavros Reservation

  • September 9, 2009
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Description: A short climb on a loop trail to the top of Stavros hill offers a great view of the salt marsh, the back side of Crane Beach, Hog Island and the Crane Estate.   The view is limited when leaves are on the trees, but better after they have […]
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Weld Stone Wall

Warren Weld Woodland

  • September 9, 2009
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Description: A part of the Manchester Essex Woods, this property consists of 106 acres of trails and woodlands.   Stone walls and rock outcroppings are visible throughout. ECTA Map: For ECTA Webmap Sponsorship,  click here. Not yet mapped by the ECTA. Buy a paper ECTA Trail Map. Activities: Hiking Dogs […]
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Cox Reservation

  • September 9, 2009
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Description: Unpaved roads lead to a variety of trails, mostly wide easy going, with some single track.  The property has large open fields, salt marshes, and beautiful views of the Essex River.       ECTA Map: For ECTA Webmap Sponsorship,  click here. Not yet mapped by the ECTA. Buy […]
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Wilderness Conservation Area Essex

Wilderness Conservation Area

  • September 3, 2009
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Description An extensive forested landscape with ancient stone walls and the old Manchester Road.   One of the best places to explore the wilds of Essex County. ECTA Map: For ECTA Webmap Sponsorship,  click here. Not yet mapped by the ECTA. Buy a paper ECTA Trail Map. Activities: Walking Dogs […]
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Manchester Watershed Bridge Rock Wall

Manchester Watershed

  • September 3, 2009
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Description: Wide, maintained trails go through woodland areas and between Round Pond and Gravelly Pond.  Trails also connect to Chebacco Woods and Gordon College. ECTA Map: Enjoy our free maps and please consider making a donation to support ECTA. Buy a paper ECTA Trail Map. For ECTA Webmap Sponsorship,  click […]
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Choate Island

  • September 3, 2009
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Description: Also known as Hog Island. Home to the Crane Wildlife Refuge. ECTA Map: For ECTA Webmap Sponsorship,  click here. Not yet mapped by the ECTA. Please refer to the Choate Island map page at the Trustees web site. Buy a paper ECTA Trail Map. Activities: Walking Running Canoeing Kayaking […]
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