The Canopy

The forest canopy is a dynamic layer, characterized by a mix of deciduous trees like oaks, maples, birches, and beeches, creating a lush, green ceiling in the warmer months and a spectacular display of fall foliage. Interspersed among these hardwoods are often coniferous trees such as white pine and eastern hemlock, adding structural diversity and year-round greenery to the landscape. This varied canopy intercepts sunlight, regulates the understory environment, and provides essential habitat for a wide array of wildlife including a rich diversity of birds.

The Trees of the Forest

Our trails offer a variety of experiences for any nature lover. The forests are abundant with species ranging from Oaks, Maples, and Birch trees to the Eastern White Pine, Red Pine, Pitch Pine, Mugo Pine, and Hemlock trees.

Birds

All of our trails are great for bird watching. Look for Great Blue Herons, Hawks, Owls, Pileated Woodpeckers, Red-winged Blackbirds, and Bald Eagles! For a more complete list of bird sightings in Groton see eBird list of 70 birds.

Learn more at Mass Audubon or use Merlin to help identify species.