Friends of the Middlesex Fells

Friends of the Middlesex Fells is an organization devoted to the Middlesex Fells Reservation, the state park of forests, meadows and reservoirs north of Boston. It helps visitors get started with information about the trails, a review of the park rules and maps covering more than 2,200 acres. For people who want company outdoors, it leads guided hikes and hosts special events, and each summer it runs the Fells Forest Camp.

Protecting the landscape is the other half of the mission. The group shares information about the challenges afflicting the Fells and works to protect and restore sensitive habitats and species. Volunteers can assist with hikes, remove invasive species and clean up trails, among other opportunities. Members and donors help fund the work of keeping the Fells a safe and welcoming nature space for everyone who visits.

What to Know

• Members receive access to special events, branded gear and other privileges.
• The Fells spans parts of Malden, Medford, Melrose, Stoneham and Winchester.
• The reservation is a state park managed by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation.
• The organization is listed with the Medford Chamber of Commerce.