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Lake Wampanoag Wildlife Sanctuary

Details unconfirmedPond · Gardner, MA
Right now

A roughly 370-acre Mass Audubon wildlife sanctuary with about a mile of trails through spruce/pine forest, a meadow, and a small pond, managed as a trails-only property with no nature center. This is a trail-access sanctuary, not a swim beach.

What to expect

Entry fee
Free
Birdwatching
Allowed
Hiking
Allowed
Managed by
Mass Audubon unconfirmed · Website

What's here

On site

Info kiosk
Blue/yellow trail-marker system; parking-lot trailhead signage.

Not here

No restrooms
No nature center or restroom building; trails-only sanctuary.

Common questions

How long are the trails?
About 1 mile total across four connected loops: Moosewood, Woodland Loop, Meadow Loop, and Pondshore, rated easy to moderate.
Can I bring my dog?
No, dogs are not permitted here except service animals.
Is there a fee to visit?
No. Mass Audubon sanctuaries with trails only, like this one, are free to visit, though donations are appreciated.
Is there an entry fee at Lake Wampanoag Wildlife Sanctuary?
No, entry is free.
What rules should I know at Lake Wampanoag Wildlife Sanctuary?
Trails have short slopes and uneven footing in places; wildlife present includes moose, bears, and bobcats. Dogs are not allowed on the property except service animals.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (phone number, restroom confirmation, swim access on the broader lake (outside sanctuary)). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-09-13.