Medfield Meadow Lots

Medfield Meadow Lots consist of three separate wetland areas - Pratt Meadow, Perry Meadow, and Hinsdale Meadow - situated within the Charles River floodplain. Together they form interconnected wet meadows where water levels rise and fall with the river's seasonal changes.

The site was donated in 1968 by Henry Lee Shattuck to establish a protected reserve. This gift became part of Massachusetts' broader conservation network along the Charles River.

These meadows serve as protected spaces where visitors connect with the Charles River's natural systems through quiet water-based exploration. The site demonstrates how reserved lands remain accessible to those willing to enter by paddle.

These meadows are only reachable by paddling a canoe or kayak from the Charles River itself. Visitors need water skills and should plan their visit around river conditions and seasonal water levels.

These wetlands naturally absorb excess water during high water events, protecting downstream areas from severe flooding. The flooded meadow environment creates habitat for plants and animals found nowhere else in the region.

Location: Massachusetts

GPS coordinates: 42.20310,-71.34330

Latest update: December 13, 2025 11:47