Land Index

Conservation Land 1 (790 Commercial Street) 

 

The parcel known as Maple Grove Bird Sanctuary abuts Old Colony Nature Pathway and Foss Woods.

Property Description

This 1.49 acre Maple Swamp Bird Sanctuary was acquired by the Provincetown Conservation Trust in May of 2016.

 

Fauna and Flora

The area is full of Cape Cod scrub pine, birch, oak, and of course maple trees for which the area is named. Visitors to the site will also find swamp azaleas and lady slippers.

Animals found here

This is a bird sanctuary. The area is a favorite among migrating birds. Birdwatchers may find sparrow, blackbirds, great blue herons, and raptors.

If you have any additional photos or information about this property please contact the Conservation Trust at provincetownconservationtrust@gmail.com