A state wildlife management area built around a rare 20-acre floating peat bog, protected in stages since 2001 and now over 350 acres. As of the town's 2021 open space plan, the hiking trail to the pond had grown overgrown and hard to walk, and the town was seeking help from the state to restore it.
What to expect
Dogs
Leash (physical tether) required on any Wildlife Management Area under the statewide rule 321 CMR 3.01(1), with an exception for dogs actively hunting or in hunting-dog training. Owners must remove waste.
Fishing
Allowed MA fishing season
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Common questions
Is there a hunting season here?
MassWildlife WMAs like this one are managed partly for hunting, and 321 CMR 3.01 is the statewide rule that governs them; no closure specific to Lilly Pond turned up, but no confirmation of open hunting dates for this exact parcel either.
Is there an entry fee at Lilly Pond Wildlife Management Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Lilly Pond Wildlife Management Area?
Leash (physical tether) required on any Wildlife Management Area under the statewide rule 321 CMR 3.01(1), with an exception for dogs actively hunting or in hunting-dog training. Owners must remove waste.
What rules should I know at Lilly Pond Wildlife Management Area?
Trail access was described as overgrown and difficult to walk as of 2021; conditions may not have improved.