FALPT Properties
Our Properties
Protected Lands Across the Region
The Fairhaven Acushnet Land Preservation Trust protects more than 50 properties across Fairhaven, Acushnet, Freetown, Mattapoisett, Rochester, and New Bedford.
From coastal marshes and saltwater wetlands to working farmland, mature forests, and quiet woodland trails, FALPT's protected properties span a diverse range of natural landscapes throughout southeastern Massachusetts.
Some properties are owned outright by FALPT, while others are protected through conservation restrictions (CR) that permanently limit development while allowing the landowner to retain ownership. Together, these properties represent decades of conservation work dedicated to preserving the natural beauty, agricultural heritage, and ecological health of our communities.
Property Types & Protection
FALPT uses several conservation approaches to protect land, each tailored to the property's unique characteristics and the landowner's goals.
Owned Properties:
FALPT-Held Land
FALPT staff and volunteers maintain trails, manage vegetation, and monitor environmental conditions to keep these natural spaces healthy and accessible.
Conservation Restrictions:
Protected Private Land
These properties remain in private hands but are permanently protected from development, ensuring their conservation values are preserved for generations to come.
FALPT’s protected properties span six communities across southeastern Massachusetts: Fairhaven, Acushnet, Freetown, Mattapoisett, Rochester, and New Bedford. Each property represents a permanent commitment to conservation.
Additional Properties
Below is a directory of FALPT’s protected properties, organized by town. Properties marked with (CR) are protected through conservation restrictions.
Fairhaven (34)
- Bass Cove Marsh
- Brant Point (CR)
- Bridge Street East
- Bonney Street West
- Cottonwood Street
- Center Street
- Douglas Farm (CR)
- Egypt Lane
- Girl’s Creek
- Grape Street
- Harborview Avenue
- Hayward Marsh
- Hathaway Street East (CR)
- Jack’s Place
- Kacy Lane
- Kempton Meadows
- Knollmere Beach
- Marsh Island (North) (CR)
- Mononadach Marsh
- Nasketucket Creek Marsh
- Nulands Neck (CR)
- Pine Grove
- Popes Beach (CR)
- Priest Cove (French Avenue)
- Priest Cove (Scott Street)
- Round Island
- Route 6 Pine Grove Street
- Seaview Avenue
- Shipyard Farm (CR)
- Smith Street & Marion Street
- Turkey Grove Forest
- Viveiros Beach Lot (CR)
- Viveiros Dairy Farm
- Winsegansett Marshes
- Winsegansett Heights
Acushnet (10)
- Acushnet River Valley
- Aunt Bea’s Hollow Street West
- Hathaway Forest
- Keith’s Tree Farm (CR)
- Long Plain
- White’s Factory
- Wheldon Woods
- Wing Lane Woods
- Kelleher Property
Freetown (1)
- Dietlin Woods
Acushnet/Mattapoisett (1)
- Tinkham Pond Woods
New Bedford (1)
- New Bedford Conservation (CR)
Interested in Preserving Your Property?
If you are considering donating your property, selling your property, or placing a conservation easement on your land, the Fairhaven Acushnet Land Preservation Trust is here to help. We can guide you through the available options and help you determine which approach best fits your goals and needs.
Call Cora Peirce at (508) 965-1825 or email cpeirce@falpt.org to discuss your property and learn more about how we can help.
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