DelCarte

The DelCarte Conservation Area (DelCarte), formally known as the Franklin Reservoir, is 136 acres of forestland and wetlands. Located at 459 Pleasant Street and fed by Mine Brook, DelCarte is part of the Charles River Watershed. In addition to being home to many Franklin critters, DelCarte also provides the Town with various recreational opportunities, including fishing, birding, trail walking/running, nature watching, and canoeing. DelCarte truly is a local treasure.

Plan on visiting DelCarte? Don't forget to print or bookmark this trail map. Want to know more about the history of DelCarte or what species call DelCarte home? Check out the DelCarte Guidebook here

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To find out more regarding the pond treatments at DelCarte, please see:

DelCarte Pond Herbicide Treatment Information

DelCarte Ecologicaly and Management Study