Shipyard Farm

About Property

  • Donor: Peter T. Gargas
  • Acreage: 53+ acres
  • Location: Off Sconticut Neck Road, Fairhaven, MA
  • Year Acquired: 1997
  • Access Point: Parking is available off Sconticut Road
  • Caution: Hunters must apply as a future harvester- contact FALPT to apply at (508) 965-1825
This 53+ acre parcel plays a vital role in preserving the rural and natural character of lower Sconticut Neck Road and the Town of Fairhaven. Currently maintained as an active hay field, the land protects valuable open space while supporting traditional agricultural use. The property features a diverse landscape that includes upland forest, open fields, wetlands, salt marsh, and tidal flats—providing important habitat for wildlife and helping to safeguard the area’s ecological health. Together, these natural features contribute to scenic views, environmental resilience, and the long-term conservation of one of Fairhaven’s remaining undeveloped coastal landscapes.
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Explore Local Lands with Fairhaven Acushnet Land Preservation Trust

From peaceful marshes to quiet woodland trails, the Fairhaven Acushnet Land Preservation Trust protects a variety of special places throughout Fairhaven and Acushnet. These beautiful natural areas are open for you and your family to enjoy—whether you’re looking for a scenic walk, a quiet hike, a picnic, or simply a chance to relax and reconnect with nature.

The following Trust-owned properties are open to the public for passive recreation, including walking, hiking, birdwatching, nature photography, and picnicking:

  • Winsegansett Marsh (Fairhaven) – Enjoy scenic walking trails that wind through coastal thickets and salt marshes, leading toward Winsegansett Pond and the shoreline of Buzzards Bay along Sconticut Neck Road.
  • Shipyard Farm (Fairhaven) – Explore a landscape of working farmland, upland forest, and picturesque salt marshes with beautiful views of Nasketucket Bay.
  • Marsh Island (Fairhaven) – Discover a restored salt marsh with walking trails and scenic overlooks of New Bedford Harbor, offering excellent opportunities for wildlife observation and photography.
  • Dietlin Woods (Freetown) – Wander peaceful woodland trails and experience the beauty and tranquility of a mature forest.

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