Arm Brook Park and Reservoir is a roughly 39-acre flood-control property built around a dam and reservoir, with wooded walking paths, fishing, and paddling access. It shares its grounds and Lockhouse Road entrance with the city's off-leash Westfield Dog Bark.
What to expect
Trails
Informal wooded walking paths around the reservoir; exact length and difficulty are not documented by the city. Surface appears natural/dirt rather than paved.
Dogs
Dogs are welcome on the grounds; an enclosed off-leash dog park (Westfield Dog Bark) sits within the property with its own separate rules.
Hours
Westfield parks and playgrounds are open dawn to dusk citywide, and lighted areas may stay open for night play until 10:45 p.m. That's the town default unless posted otherwise.
Accessibility
Not confirmed whether paths are paved or step-free; contact the city Parks and Recreation Department to check.
Fishing
Allowed year-round, subject to MA freshwater fishing regs; largemouth bass, chain pickerel, black crappie reported
Kayak/Canoe
Allowed ice-free months
Managed by
City of Westfield Parks and Recreation Department
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On site
Waste-bag dispensers
At the dog park section
Not here
No dock
No formal boat ramp or dock confirmed; access to the reservoir appears to be informal shoreline entry
Common questions
Is Arm Brook Park and Reservoir open today?
Arm Brook Park and Reservoir is a public park in Westfield, MA. Posted hours: Westfield parks and playgrounds are open dawn to dusk citywide, and lighted areas may stay open for night play until 10:45 p.m. That's the town default unless posted otherwise..
Can I kayak or fish at Arm Brook?
Yes, paddlers use the reservoir's calm water and anglers fish for largemouth bass, chain pickerel, and black crappie, but there's no formal boat ramp, just informal shoreline access.
Is the whole park off-leash for dogs?
No. Only the fenced Westfield Dog Bark section inside the park is off-leash; the surrounding reservoir and trail area is not documented as off-leash.
About 39 acres, originally built in 1963 as a federally funded flood-control reservoir and dam, with recreational trails and the dog park added later.
Where do I park at Arm Brook Park and Reservoir?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Arm Brook Park and Reservoir?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Arm Brook Park and Reservoir?
Dogs are welcome on the grounds; an enclosed off-leash dog park (Westfield Dog Bark) sits within the property with its own separate rules.
Is Arm Brook Park and Reservoir wheelchair accessible?
Not confirmed whether paths are paved or step-free; contact the city Parks and Recreation Department to check.
What rules should I know at Arm Brook Park and Reservoir?
Inside the fenced dog park section: leash dogs entering/exiting, two-dog limit, no aggressive/sick/in-heat dogs, no smoking or food except training treats.