Monatiquot River Access

Middle St. Monatiquot River Trail 

The Town acquired a six-acre parcel of land off of Middle St in 2018 for open space and recreation. Plans are underway to develop an accessible trail through the property with views and overlooks to the Monatiquot River.   

Two trail concept plans are being considered.  One is entirely boardwalk and the other a mix of boardwalk and at grade trail. 

Middle St. Monatiquot River Trail Concept A Opens a New Window. 

Middle St. Monatiquot River Trail Concept B Opens a New Window. 

Please send comments by October 30, 2019 to kphelan@braintreema.gov

Watson Park - Allen St. River Access

Information on efforts to create river access as part of the redevelopment of the former Braintree Electric Light Department site on Allen St.   A walking trail through Watson Park was constructed in 2012. 

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Monatiquot Riverwalk Newsletter 2011 Opens a New Window. 

Monatiquot Riverwalk Presentation 2011 Opens in New Window

Kayak Access

Many residents have inquired to the Department about kayak access to the Monatiquot River.  Given the variable conditions of the river (fast current, potential white water and drops, snags, low flows, etc.) we determined that a launch is not feasible.   We recommend those interested in paddling the Monatiquot begin at the Fore River canoe/kayak launch in Weymouth and proceed upstream to the Monatiquot so that you can determine conditions as you go

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