A working water-supply reservoir with conservation land along its shore. Withers Conservation Area gives the public shoreline views and a wooded loop, and new trail sections opened off Middle Street in recent years, but the reservoir itself is closed to swimming.
What to expect
Entry fee
West Newbury runs no townwide parking-sticker or permit program. No parking sticker or permit required.
Dogs
In public areas a dog must be leashed or under effective control at all times, and the owner is responsible for waste removal and for the posted rules at each recreation facility. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Common questions
Is there an entry fee at Upper Artichoke Reservoir Conservation Area?
West Newbury runs no townwide parking-sticker or permit program. No parking sticker or permit required.
Can I bring my dog to Upper Artichoke Reservoir Conservation Area?
In public areas a dog must be leashed or under effective control at all times, and the owner is responsible for waste removal and for the posted rules at each recreation facility. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.