Mill River Recreation Area is North Amherst's family rec hub: a swimming and wading pool, ballfields, courts and a toddler playground, tucked next to the Mill River conservation trails. It's free to enter, though the pools run on their own seasonal schedule and fee.
What to expect
Trails
Connects directly to the Mill River conservation trail network (Upper/Lower Mill River conservation areas).
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Dogs
Off-leash permitted at Lower Mill River Recreation Area from sunup to 10am; leashed at other times.
Hours
Amherst's town-owned parks post hours of dawn to dusk. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Ball Sports
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Amherst Recreation Department
413-259-3065 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
What's here
On site
Playground
Toddler playground with baby swings, plus general play equipment.
Restroom
On site (bathhouse/restroom building)
Picnic area
Picnic tables and barbecues
Shelter
Pavilion, reservable through Amherst Recreation, 413-259-3065 · True
Common questions
No, the grounds (fields, courts, playground) are free but the wading and swimming pool has its own fee; check the Mill River Pool Schedule for current details.
Can I bring my dog off-leash?
Yes, but only early: the lower part of Mill River Recreation Area allows off-leash dogs from sunup until 10am, and leashes are required the rest of the day.
Is there an entry fee at Mill River Recreation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Mill River Recreation Area?
Off-leash permitted at Lower Mill River Recreation Area from sunup to 10am; leashed at other times.