The Becket portion of the Conte Refuge is the Westfield River Division, a 125-acre tract on Benton Hill Road purchased in 2013. It protects over 1,000 feet of riverbank along the West Branch of the Westfield River, important habitat for shad and American eel, mixed with hemlock stands and vernal pools.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
General USFWS refuge policy typically requires dogs on a leash no longer than 10 feet where pets are allowed.
Hours
Sunup to sundown, year-round, per general refuge-wide policy
Fishing
Allowed per state and refuge season; shad and American eel habitat
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge
413-548-8002 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is there a visitor center here?
No. This division is undeveloped riverbank habitat with no visitor facilities; the refuge's visitor contact station is elsewhere in the watershed.
Where do I park at Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge?
General USFWS refuge policy typically requires dogs on a leash no longer than 10 feet where pets are allowed.