Middlesex Fells: Sheepfold meadow and Spot Pond

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🥾 Hike · Stoneham

2 hours · Free · No reservation needed

age fit

0–1 yr

★ 3.0

1–3 yrs

★ 4.0

3–5 yrs

★ 4.0

5–10 yrs

★ 4.0

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About 30 min drive
From Newton · Parking: Free Sheepfold lot (by I-93 exit 33), easy on weekend mornings
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Carrier recommended
Terrain isn't stroller-friendly; a carrier is easier
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Some shade
Great on sunny days · Good on cool days · Handles heat · Fine on cold days
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Typical visit: 2 hours
Best seasons: Spring · Summer · Fall · Winter

A 2,500-acre forest north of Boston, where Sheepfold is a giant meadow at the entrance with dozens of dogs tearing around — kids find it better than a zoo; a few minutes in you reach rocks and pine woods, and the path along Spot Pond looks across to the Stone Zoo.

💡 Tips

The meadow is an off-leash dog park, so carry a kid who is scared of dogs. The woodland trails are rocky and hilly, so use a carrier and good shoes. In winter the meadow slope is great for sledding. Stone Zoo is right next door for a full day.

What this place offers

✓big meadow

✓woods

✓lake

✓dog watching

✓rocks

✓sledding

✓basic restrooms

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This weekend's weather in Stoneham

Forecast at the destination itself (coast and hills often differ from home)

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Sat 10/17

Rain · 37–61°F · 76% rain

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Sun 10/18

Overcast · 35–59°F · 1% rain

Location

Stoneham, Massachusetts

Middlesex Fells: Sheepfold meadow and Spot Pond

🥾 Hike · Stoneham

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