Construction to restore natural habitats at the retired cranberry bogs will begin on October 16 at Buzzards Bay Coalition’s Mattapoisett Bogs property at 141 Acushnet Road. The project will transform previously farmed cranberry bogs back to wildlife-friendly natural freshwater wetlands and grassland habitat. This natural habitat restoration will better absorb and filter water moving into the Mattapoisett River, the harbor and Bay downstream and the public drinking water supply in the ground underneath. The trail system will be reconfigured and improved. Several bridges and boardwalks will be installed throughout the restored site to enhance the visitor experience, and the main parking area will be expanded at this popular recreational property. Trails at the Bogs will be temporarily closed during construction.
Visitors are encouraged to explore several other trails in the area, including at Tripps Mill, the New Boston Trail and Tinkhamtown Woodlands.
The restored site with its improved trail linkages will reopen in late-2024.