The Southeastern Massachusetts Bioreserve is a large area of protected land just east of downtown Fall River. The purpose of the over 13,600 acre Bioreserve is to protect, restore and enhance the biological diversity and ecological integrity of a large scale ecosystem representative of the region; to permanently protect public water supplies and cultural resources; to offer interpretive and educational programs; and to provide opportunities for appropriate public use and enjoyment of this natural environment.
The Bioreserve includes 5,150 acres of the Freetown/Fall River State Forest; 360 acres of the Acushnet Wildlife Management Area; 4,300 acres of watershed and conservation lands owned by the City of Fall River; and 3,800 acres of the former Acushnet Saw Mills property, being acquired by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and The Trustees of Reservations, a nonprofit land conservation organization.
Where is the Bioreserve?
DCR FOREST
HEADQUARTERS & DAY USE
110 Slab Bridge Road, Assonet
508.644.5522
Bioreserve Trail Map & Guide
