Sally Weatherall Reservation and Viewing Platform | Ipswich
Property Description & History
Spy on egrets and herons feeding on the vast salt marsh or observe migrating waterfowl. A viewing platform offers repose and great photo opportunities.
A short walk leads to expansive views of a pristine salt marsh. Bring binoculars or telescope to see the Osprey nest (active April - August) from the viewing platform.
Flora & Fauna
The path is thickly lined with small junipers, bayberry bushes, cedar and honeysuckle, enough to offer shade going to and from the viewing platform.
You may see Osprey adults and chicks on their nest in spring and summer, as well as egrets, herons, and other shorebirds feeding during spring through fall.
Go south on Route 1A. In 2.5 miles, bear left onto High Street. In 0.6 miles, bear left onto East Street. In 0.4 miles, bear left onto Jeffrey’s Neck Road. In 1.7 miles, bear right onto Little Neck Road. Viewing platform and parking are immediately ahead on the right. Roadside pull-off parking by the property sign for 2 vehicles.
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Town: Ipswich Total Acres: 60 Year Conserved: 1992 Difficulty: Easy