Fork Factory Brook, Protected area in Medfield, Massachusetts, United States.
Description
Fork Factory Brook is a protected area containing 135 acres of wetlands, old stone walls, ledges, and open fields across its landscape. The land includes these different features in one connected space for visitors to explore.
History
Mills operated here starting in 1771, including a workshop that made metal pitchforks under Henry Partridge's direction in the early 1800s. This industrial past shaped the land and left traces visible today.
Culture
Hay farming continues in the fields using methods rooted in local land practices spanning centuries. This working landscape lets visitors see how agricultural traditions remain woven into the place today.
Practical
About 1.5 miles of trails wind through the property and welcome hikers, horse riders, and mountain bikers. A shared parking area on Hartford Street connects to Rocky Woods and serves as the main entry point.
Did you know?
The stone raceway and earthen dam from the original mill complex remain visible at the southern end, showing the water engineering from that era. These remnants give visitors a direct look at the technical structures that powered those operations.
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