News
Reluctantly, No Christmas Tree Sale
November 22, 2025
We have canceled our Christmas Tree Sale for this year. We've planted hundreds of trees over the last few years, but our current inventory has less than a dozen suitable trees.
'Tis the Season - It's Membership Time
November 20, 2025
We depend on the generosity of our members to help us continue our conservation efforts in Canton. Please renew your membership or join the Canton Land Conservation Trust today.
Swan Preserve - Bridge Repaired
July 12, 2025
The bridge at the Swan Preserve Trails is repaired and reopen, only three days after being severely damaged by a fallen tree.
A Hike and History Tour on Sweetheart Mountain
July 29, 2025
Learn about Sweetheart Mountain’s history, including its past use for skiing, and hike to scenic overlooks on this Canton Land Trust Tour at 9 a.m., Sat. Aug. 16. Alex Clarke will lead this approximately 1.5-hour, moderately difficult hike.
Wear study boots, clothes and bug repellent. Bring hydration and friends. Please leave dogs at home. In case of bad weather, check www.cantonlandtrust.org for updates.
Meet at the Freedom Drive entrance, at the end of Freedom Drive, before the start of the Sweetheart Mountain housing development.
The Canton Land Conservation Trust safeguards 2,000 acres, maintains hiking trails, and organizes activities so the public may enjoy this natural land and its wildlife. It is a non-profit conservation organization formed in 1972 to acquire, preserve and protect land of scenic, natural or historic value within the Town of Canton; to maintain this land and its plant and animal life using the best conservation, wildlife habitat and forestry practices available; and to promote public awareness, understanding and enjoyment of the land. See www.cantonlandtrust.org for more information.
Swan Preserve - Bridge Damage
July 9, 2025
HIKER ALERT: Bridge Damage at the Swan Preserve Trails.
2025 Annual Meeting
June 8, 2025
Summary of the 2025 CLCT Annual Meeting. Meeting Notes and attendance.
YouTube Video of Swibold Trail
June 25, 2024
The Canton Land Conservation Trust (CLCT) recently contracted with Todd DeWald Photography to create videos and take photos of the Swibold Trail.
Geocache at the Sweetheart Mountain Trails
April 22, 2024
The Canton Land Conservation Trust is excited to announce the Sweetheart Mountain trails will officially become part of the world’s largest treasure hunt – and we are inviting you to join the many Canton residents already participating.
Invasives Species Page Added to CLCT Website
February 7, 2024
The Canton Land Conservation Trust (CLCT) with the support of the Canton Conservation Commission has published an Invasive Species Page on our website.
New Scout Trail at Bunker Hill Preserve
September 21, 2023
There is a new trail on the Bunker Hill Preserve, thanks to Eagle Scout Ethan Newell.
Uplands Preserve News
June 5, 2023
The Land Trust has closed the lower portion of the yellow trail on the Uplands Preserve.
New Trail at Pratt Place
Sep 17, 2022
News for Hikers! What a great new trail on the Pratt Property at 84 Cherry Brook Rd in Canton! Only 1.5 miles. A lot of variety in a small woodland area. Please stop by and check it out!
Land Trust Assumes Care of Town-Owned Carpenter Trail
Sep 1, 2022
The Land Trust has volunteered to take over stewardship of a hiking trail on the town-owned open space property known as Carpenter. The 2-mile out-and-back trail is good for an easy walk or even run.
Updated Avenza Maps Available
Sep 1, 2022
The Land Trust recently updated its collection of the geo-referenced maps that it creates. These allow users to see their location when viewing the map on a smart phone.
The update includes several small changes to some maps, the Roaring Brook Nature Center Trail map and the addition of the new Carpenter Trail map.
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