A view of Saugus Iron Works from the Saugus River
Saugus Iron Works National Historic Site
National Historic Site · MA
In the 1600's, on the banks of the Saugus River, something extraordinary happened! Explore the place where European iron makers brought their special skills to a young Massachusetts colony. Saugus Iron Works is a twelve-acre National Historic Site that includes working waterwheels, forges, mills, a historic 17th century home, and a lush river basin.
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Entrance Fee
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Good: free entryFree — no entrance fee
Visitor Centers
Good1 visitor center
Activities Available
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Good: many activities available6 activities
Park Name
InfoSaugus Iron Works National Historic Site
Designation
InfoNational Historic Site
State(s)
InfoMA
Phone
Info781-233-0050
SAMA_Information@nps.gov
Operating Hours
InfoAll outdoor spaces including the grounds and walking paths are accessible 7 days a week. Please check the visitor center hours to learn more about which facilities are open.
Campgrounds
InfoNo campgrounds listed
Visitor Center: Visitor Center
InfoSee park for hours
Themes & Topics
InfoArcheology, Colonization and Settlement, Engineering + 8 more
Weather Info
InfoNew England weather is unpredictable year-round. Monthly averages, in degrees Fahrenheit, are: January: 37 high, 20 low February: 40 high, 23 low March: 47 high, 30 low April: 57 high, 38 low May: 67
Getting There
InfoThe park is accessible via Interstate 95 (Walnut St.) and Route 1 (Main St. / Walnut St.). Public transportation options are available through the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA).
Location
Info42.4683° N, -71.0077° W
Data from official federal recreation records. Updated periodically. Park conditions change — always verify with the park before visiting. Verify on official park website