Lost Farm Sanctuary
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Wander through one of Nantucket's best pitch pine forests
Hike scenic trails along the eastern shore of Hummock Pond
Spot diverse wildlife including deer, herons, and turtles
Witness a unique landscape transitioning from fields to forest
Listen to whispering pines and echoing bird calls
Discover sandplain grasslands and a charming cattail inlet walkway
Lost Farm Sanctuary Walk Reveals Nantucket’s Evolving Forests and Wetland Ecosystems
A guided exploration of Lost Farm Sanctuary offers visitors a rare look into a 90-acre landscape where natural regeneration and historic land use intersect along the eastern edge of Hummock Pond.
The journey begins across former agricultural fields that are gradually transitioning back to native vegetation, including shrubs and young pitch pine growth. This shifting terrain sits within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain, reflecting the island’s glacial origins and long-term ecological recovery.
As the trail enters mature forest, dense stands of pitch pine create a quiet, enclosed environment that supports wildlife such as white-tailed deer and a variety of native birds. The wind moving through the canopy adds to the immersive sensory experience of this inland woodland.
The walk concludes along the shoreline of Hummock Pond, where wetlands open into a rich aquatic habitat. Here, visitors may observe mute swans, great blue herons, ospreys, and turtles, before finishing at a small walkway over a cattail-filled inlet that highlights the sanctuary’s diverse ecological transition zones.
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Lost Farm Sanctuary Walk Reveals Nantucket’s Evolving Forests and Wetland Ecosystems
A guided exploration of Lost Farm Sanctuary offers visitors a rare look into a 90-acre landscape where natural regeneration and historic land use intersect along the eastern edge of Hummock Pond.
The journey begins across former agricultural fields that are gradually transitioning back to native vegetation, including shrubs and young pitch pine growth. This shifting terrain sits within Nantucket’s oldest outwash plain, reflecting the island’s glacial origins and long-term ecological recovery.
As the trail enters mature forest, dense stands of pitch pine create a quiet, enclosed environment that supports wildlife such as white-tailed deer and a variety of native birds. The wind moving through the canopy adds to the immersive sensory experience of this inland woodland.
The walk concludes along the shoreline of Hummock Pond, where wetlands open into a rich aquatic habitat. Here, visitors may observe mute swans, great blue herons, ospreys, and turtles, before finishing at a small walkway over a cattail-filled inlet that highlights the sanctuary’s diverse ecological transition zones.
- Guided hike
- Expert commentary
- Wildlife viewing
- Transportation
- Meals and beverages
- Gratuities
- Personal items
Sturdy walking shoes
Reusable water bottle
Insect repellent
Light rain jacket
Binoculars
- Travelers with Limited mobility impairments
- People afraid of animals or insects
- Travelers with cardiac or respiratory problems
- Families with children
- Seniors and mature travelers
- Travelers with limited time (short stays)
- Groups of friends
- Solo travelers
- Photography lovers
- Physically fit travelers
- Nature enthusiasts
- Couples
- Adventure seekers
Please arrive at the meeting point fifteen minutes before your tour
A moderate level of physical fitness is recommended for this walk
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This tour operates in most weather conditions so please dress accordingly
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Activity Provider: Nantucket Walkabout