A 3.9-acre town-owned picnic and wildlife-watching park on both banks of the Williams River in Housatonic village, one of the only natural water-access points in that part of town. The town has been running climate-resilience planning work here, including a resiliency project along the riverbank.
What to expect
Dogs
No townwide ban at this park; the town's leash bylaw applies: dogs must be leashed (max 6 feet) off the owner's property.
Hours
Parks close at sundown (townwide Rules for Parks, voted May 12, 2014).
Accessibility
Not documented.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Great Barrington Parks and Recreation Commission
413-528-3206 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there an entry fee at Old Maid's Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Old Maid's Park?
No townwide ban at this park; the town's leash bylaw applies: dogs must be leashed (max 6 feet) off the owner's property.
Is Old Maid's Park wheelchair accessible?
Not documented.