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The David E Alper Nature Preserve is a long narrow 19 acre preserve located at the end of Little Herring Pond Road. The area provides nice views of Little Herring Pond. The property also features a unique nature walk with plant identifiers that was created and is currently maintained by the local Herring Ponds Watershed Association. The existing cart path is wide and relatively flat and provides nice views of the pond with a secluded bench just off the trail - see if you can find it!

We do not promote access to Little Herring Pond via this Preserve, as there is a narrow piece of private property between Town land and the pond, and we cannot promote individuals to cross it. Please respect the rights of the property owner. 

Trail Length: 0.75 miles of trails

Trail Surface: Dirt

Size of Conservation Area: 19 acres