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Bird Sanctuary
3commentsThe Bird Sanctuary used to be one of Boston area's best cruising spots. It hit a lull when no-trespassing signs were posted, however there is no one patrolling the woods here and the action is picking up.
- Best time
- Days and nights.
- Crowd
- Joggers, walkers, college kids.
- Watch out
- The place is posted "no trespassing" although it's still frequented by joggers…
- Last verified
- Not yet · updated 2008
Wheelchair: Not accessible
The guide
Where exactly
Follow Memorial Drive west towards Watertown. Park in the side parking lot of the American Legion or at the BBN School. Cross street: Gerry\'s Landing Rd
Cruisiest spot: The cruisy spot is a kidney-shaped patch of woods between Greenough Blvd and the Charles River right at the Eliot Bridge. It's best accessed from the West side along Greenough Blvd. A well defined trail follows along the river with side trails up into the woods.
When to go
Days and nights.
Sunset today · Sunrise tomorrow
Etiquette
Keep off the main trail - it's frequented by straight joggers. Stick to the side trails for cruising.
Safety
The place is posted "no trespassing" although it's still frequented by joggers and cruisers. Best to be discreet.
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Comments
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Visitor ·
What happened to the Bird Sanctuary? It was the best place around for years! Does anyone go there anymore? Please post if you've been there recently.
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Visitor ·
this place used to best in boston..has anyone been lately? is there still action here?
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Visitor ·
I thought there was a well publicized bust here many years ago but the action was never really eradicated. I agree it used to be literally teeming with wildlife.
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