Belle Isle Marsh Reservation--Lawn Ave. Path

About this Location

Lawn Avenue Path goes into the marsh from the end of Lawn Avenue at the junction with Leverett Avenue.

About Belle Isle Marsh Reservation

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Boston’s last remaining salt marsh offers unique views of plants and wildlife as you follow paths to the observation tower.

Parking is available in the lot inside the entrance gate.

Belle Isle Marsh is one among several final remnants of salt marsh throughout the Boston Basin. It is located within the Boston city limits and is therefore somewhat unusual. This site contains a salt marsh, tidal creek, salt pans, a Common Reed stand, and upland parkland on the periphery of Boston Harbor.

This is an urban salt marsh with lively and representative flora and fauna. Used by school groups extensively.

Features

  • Restrooms on site

  • Wheelchair accessible trail

  • Entrance fee

Content from Belle Isle Marsh Reservation Official Website and Belle Isle Marsh Important Bird Area webpage

Last updated January 10, 2024