This is just some glacial erratics which are pretty common in New England. The trail leading to this is very narrow and not well maintained. Unless you really enjoy exploring Dogtown I wouldn't bother with this

Jamie S.

October 7, 2023

Hiking

The Whales Jaw is a massive granite boulder that once resembled an open whale's mouth. Like the other massive boulders in Dogtown Woods, this boulder was deposited by retreating glaciers eons ago. Unfortunately, 1989, a piece of the Whales Jaw boulder broke off but the majority of it still stands as it has for centuries and is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.

Jamie S.

December 15, 2023

Running

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1. Dogtown North to South loop via Nellie's Trail and Common Road — Dogtown Woods — Gloucester

14.8km

03:51

90m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Full Babson Boulders Figure-8 via the Dogtown Road, Common Road, Tarr, and Babson Boulder Trails — Dogtown Woods — Gloucester

11.3km

02:58

90m

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3. Norton's Tree Farm loop — Dogtown Woods — Gloucester

4.25km

01:06

20m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Location: Gloucester, Essex County, Massachusetts, United States

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1. Dogtown North to South loop via Nellie's Trail and Common Road — Dogtown Woods — Gloucester

2. Full Babson Boulders Figure-8 via the Dogtown Road, Common Road, Tarr, and Babson Boulder Trails — Dogtown Woods — Gloucester

3. Norton's Tree Farm loop — Dogtown Woods — Gloucester

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