Both Silk Mill and Circular Dams provide steady, occasionally spectacular, falling water. Recreational Facilities Hiking trails, fishing spots. Parkways Hemlock Gorge sits at the southern terminus of the MDC's Quinobequin Road. Viewsheds Great views of river from either a low angle near the wooden footbridge or from above atop the promenade platform of Echo Bridge. Good view of Silk Mill through Echo Bridge arch from tip of Turtle Island.
Local neighborhood has nineteenth century ambiance.
The rising embankment of Rt 9 and the banked I-95 interchange offer both strengths and weakness. The Charles River north of Rt 9 is heavily overgrown. Watersheds Charles River. Water Local street hydrants only. Sewer None on site.