110 Eel Point Rd
Open 365 days a year, from sunrise to sunset.
Self-Guided Scenic Trail
Approximately 1 mile loop
Easy walking with a few modest inclines
Benches available
Is at least 3 feet in width
Parking available
Adult & kids trail guides available
Kids Interactive and Sensory Trail Markers
Trail guides available at beginning of trail
Interactive and sensory activities posted at each trail marker
Story Walk
Enjoy a children’s book while you walk!
Easy walking with a few modest inclines
Is at least 3 feet in width
Spanish translation available at the kiosk
New stories are posted every couple of months
Habitat Information
The natural communities found on Nantucket represent a diversity of habitats that are home to numerous plant and animal species.
At the Linda Loring Nature Foundation, the 275 acres of open space is dominated by coastal heathlands, sandplain grasslands, and vegetated wetlands. These habitats provide sanctuary for an abundance of wildlife.
The heathlands and sandplain grassland communities are designated as globally threatened ecosystems and are home to a number of species listed by the Massachusetts Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program (NHESP). Additionally, the Nantucket Land Council documented two vernal pools on the property which have been certified by NHESP.
For more information about the property, contact Director of Research and Education Dr. Sarah Bois at stbois@llnf.org.
