Haskell Field

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Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Haskell Field is a recreational area located in the city of Sudbury, Massachusetts.


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Summary

It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, bird-watching, and picnicking. The field is surrounded by beautiful natural scenery and provides visitors with a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.

One of the main reasons to visit Haskell Field is to explore its network of hiking trails. The trails wind through the woods and offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape. Visitors can also enjoy wildlife watching, as the area is home to a variety of birds, including woodpeckers, hawks, and owls.

Another point of interest at Haskell Field is the historic Puffer-Moses House. This beautifully preserved 18th-century building provides a glimpse into the area's colonial past and is a must-see for history buffs.

Interesting facts about the area include its designation as a National Natural Landmark due to its unique ecological features and its use as a filming location for the popular TV show "Castle Rock".

The best time to visit Haskell Field is in the fall when the leaves on the trees change color and provide a stunning backdrop for outdoor activities. Spring is also a great time to visit when the area is in bloom, and visitors can enjoy the beautiful wildflowers. However, the field is open year-round and offers something for visitors to enjoy in every season.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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