Two people sit on the grass petting a black and white dog in front of the Saugus Iron Works sign
5-120 Minutes

Become a Saugus Iron Works B.A.R.K. Ranger

Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

Hello four-legged friends! Do you want to explore Saugus Iron Works with your leash-holding companions? Interested in getting your very own B.A.R.K. Ranger dog tag? We made it easy for your human to help you get one. Just follow the B.A.R.K. Ranger principles!

Do you want to explore Saugus Iron Works with your leash-holding companions? Weave around the historic buildings, follow the Nature Trail next to the Saugus River, or take in some sunshine on the upper lawn? You can! Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site is a pet friendly park. Interested in getting your very own B.A.R.K. Ranger dog tag? We made it easy for your human to help you get one. Just follow the B.A.R.K. Ranger principles! B.A.R.K. stands for: B = Bag Your Waste Have your human pick up after you A = Always Wear a Leash No more than 6 feet (2 meters) R = Respect Wildlife No barking, digging, sniffing, or chasing K = Know Where You Can Go Except for buildings, you can go anywhere your human can Once you learn the principles of B.A.R.K., find a park ranger to receive your very own B.A.R.K. Ranger dog tag! Park rangers offer bark ranger tags during the summer months, usually mid-May through October. However, you can explore Saugus Iron Works with your dog year-round.

Tags

HikingAnimalsArchitecture and BuildingCommerceIndustryRiver and RiparianTrailsMassachusettsironhistoryNew EnglandnortheastBark RangerPets

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Duration

5-120 Minutes

Duration Details

Depending on where you want to go, the walk can be short or long.

Fees Apply

No

Seasons

Spring, Summer, Fall

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility

Gravel paths weave throughout the property. The upper and lower portions of the park are relatively flat. The lower industrial portion of the site is accessible by stairs and an inclined path. There is a 0.25 mile earthen nature trail that parallels the Saugus River.

Pets

Yes — Pets are welcome in the outdoor spaces including grounds and nature trail, but are not allowed in any park buildings.

Reservations

No

Location

Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site

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