Loker Conservation And Recreation Area is a 59-acre preserve located in Wayland, Massachusetts. This area features a diverse landscape, including an old-growth, mixed-deciduous forest, three small ponds, a stream, and wetlands, providing a natural setting for outdoor pursuits. The terrain is generally accessible, making it suitable for several sports like hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Loker Conservation And Recreation Area offers numerous routes for various outdoor activities. More…
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26
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3.18km
00:49
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.63km
00:40
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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1.86km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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34.7km
02:02
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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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73.7km
04:25
510m
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.3km
01:11
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Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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40
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.85km
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50m
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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34.8km
01:24
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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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47.6km
02:06
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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32.6km
01:41
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Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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18.6km
01:35
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16.9km
01:26
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.4km
01:54
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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15.9km
01:04
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28.2km
01:48
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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29.3km
01:53
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Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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23.1km
01:26
220m
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Loker Conservation And Recreation Area offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, jogging, and cycling. The preserve features a 1-mile (1.6 km) trail loop through a mixed-deciduous forest. Visitors can find specific routes and guides for these activities on komoot.
Yes, the area features a 1-mile (1.6 km) trail loop suitable for hiking and walking. This trail winds through an old-growth, mixed-deciduous forest. More information can be found in the Hiking in Loker Conservation And Recreation Area guide.
Loker Conservation And Recreation Area offers accessible trails suitable for families. The 1-mile (1.6 km) loop is generally considered easy. For more details, refer to the Family-friendly hikes in Loker Conservation And Recreation Area guide.
Cycling is an allowed activity within Loker Conservation And Recreation Area, particularly for touring cyclists on its internal trails. For broader cycling options, including road cycling, guides like Cycling in Loker Conservation And Recreation Area provide routes.
Yes, dogs are permitted in Loker Conservation And Recreation Area. Visitors may bring up to three dogs per person. Dogs must be kept on a leash or under voice control at all times, and waste must be picked up. Consult the Dog-friendly hikes in Loker Conservation And Recreation Area guide for specific routes.
The area is characterized by its diverse natural elements, including three small ponds, a stream, and wetlands. It also features an old-growth, mixed-deciduous forest, providing a scenic backdrop for outdoor activities.
Yes, Loker Conservation And Recreation Area provides a free, ADA-accessible parking lot. This makes the area inclusive and easily reachable for many visitors.
Loker Conservation And Recreation Area is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 5,000 visitors sharing their experiences. Routes in the area have an average rating of 4.64 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for the area, including Hiking, Cycling, and Running Trails. There are also guides for family-friendly and dog-friendly hikes, as well as traffic-free bike rides.
Information regarding Loker Conservation And Recreation Area can be found on the Wayland Conservation Commission's page at www.wayland.ma.us/conservation. The Wayland Conservation Department can be reached by phone at +1-508-358-3669.
Yes, Loker Conservation And Recreation Area is designed with accessibility in mind. It is the only conservation area in Wayland with portable toilets and features a free, ADA-accessible parking lot.
The main trail loop in Loker Conservation And Recreation Area is approximately 1 mile (1.6 km) long. This loop winds through an old-growth, mixed-deciduous forest and takes about 30 minutes to complete.

