Town Forest Trail

The Town Forest – Adams Street Conservation Land loop from Fairbanks Land offers a varied mountain biking experience through Holliston's natural landscapes. You'll navigate forested areas rich with mixed oaks, pine, and sassafras, encountering boulder-strewn uplands and wetlands that give the area a wild, natural feel. While generally easy, some sections within the Adams Street Forest can be technical with roots and rocks, providing a good challenge for riders looking for diverse terrain.

Parking is available at various entrances, including Adams Street, where you can also find trail maps. This multi-use network is popular for mountain biking, hiking, and trail running, so expect to share the trails. The 7.6-mile (12.3 km) route involves 548 feet (167 metres) of elevation gain and typically takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes to complete, making it a great option for a relatively quick outing.

Fairbanks Land is a notable parcel within this network, acquired with Community Preservation Act funds, and plays a key role in connecting various conservation areas. The larger Adams Street Conservation Area is part of a significant 2,500-acre preservation effort, making it one of the largest remaining open spaces between Metrowest and Boston. This area serves as an important wildlife corridor, linking several conservation lands and offering a glimpse into Massachusetts' natural heritage.