Podick Cole Sanctuary refers to the roughly 62-acre Podick Conservation Area off Sunderland Road, which shares a trailhead and trail network with the neighboring Katherine Cole property. The Noah Webster Trail runs through, and community garden plots sit near the entrance.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
Noah Webster Trail runs through, with community garden plots near the trailhead; combined Podick/Katherine Cole trail distance cited around 1.7 miles.
Managed by
Town of Amherst Conservation Commission
413-259-3045 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
Common questions
Yes, in season. Podick is one of just six Amherst conservation areas that allow hunting, though the town flags its hunting page as possibly outdated, so check current state season dates before heading out.
Where do I park at Podick Cole Sanctuary?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Podick Cole Sanctuary?
No, entry is free.
What rules should I know at Podick Cole Sanctuary?
Hunting IS permitted here in season, one of only six Amherst conservation areas where it's allowed; the town flags its hunting-policy page as possibly outdated.