There are plenty of nature getaways in the Bay State, but some are overcrowded and full of strenuous hiking trails. Tucked away in Marshfield, you'll find the breathtaking Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary. This 578-acre wildlife sanctuary features grasslands, wetlands, ponds, and accessible boardwalks to take a stroll through this incredible slice of nature. Upon your stroll, you'll find tons of Massachusetts wildlife that's sure to make your jaw drop. Plan a trip to Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary for a relaxing and inspiring boardwalk stroll alongside Massachusetts wildlife.

Welcome to Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary!

If you're visiting Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary during the COVID-19 pandemic, make sure to view Mass Audubon's safety guidelines before you head out. All guidelines can be found right here.

Featuring 578 acres of grasslands, wetlands, and woodlands, this Marshfield wildlife sanctuary is a gorgeous nature escape for anyone and everyone.

While many Massachusetts nature spots are filled with strenuous terrain to experience the best views, this wildlife sanctuary is filled with boardwalks for you to stroll through.

There are 3.5 miles of trails in total, and much of them are universally accessible.

Along your boardwalk stroll, you won't only find an amazing landscape to get lost in, but you'll also find interesting wildlife throughout. From birds to turtles and minks, much of Massachusetts native animals call Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary home.

These beautiful boardwalks are perfect for everyone to stroll down. After your stroll, you can sit beside a pond or birdwatch from two different observation blinds.

No matter your hiking capabilities, the boardwalk through Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary features gorgeous wildlife and nature views that need to be seen in person.

For more information on Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary, you can visit the Mass Audubon website right here.

Have you ever taken a stroll along the boardwalks in Daniel Webster Wildlife Sanctuary? What was it like? We’d love to hear about your experiences in the comments, and don’t forget to then go share photos from your Massachusetts outdoor adventures with us in our Massachusetts Nature Lovers group on Facebook, or by tagging us at #onlyinmassachusetts on Instagram for a chance to be featured!

If there’s another nature spot in Massachusetts that you think we should know about, you can nominate it here, and we might feature it in an upcoming article!