A Town of Hardwick-owned park in eastern Hardwick, near Wheelwright, according to town parks and recreation records. No independent public page, trail, or facility description could be found under this name and location as of mid-2026; it is not the same site as East Quabbin Land Trust's separately documented Deer Park Preserve near Hardwick Common.
What to expect
Dogs
No strict leash-only mandate townwide: a dog must be either leashed (max 6 ft) or clearly under the owner's direct verbal/non-verbal control at all times (Hardwick Dog Control Ordinance, General By-Laws). First offense $25 fine, $50 for…
Managed by
Town of Hardwick Parks and Recreation Department
Common questions
Is there an entry fee at Deer Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Deer Park?
No strict leash-only mandate townwide: a dog must be either leashed (max 6 ft) or clearly under the owner's direct verbal/non-verbal control at all times (Hardwick Dog Control Ordinance, General By-Laws). First offense $25 fine, $50 for each subsequent offense.