A small pond behind the Police and Recreation buildings on State Street, ringed by the Lake Wallace Sensory Trail, an accessible trail with braille signage and a cable guide built for visitors with visual impairments.
What to expect
Trails
Lake Wallace Sensory Trail: wide, gently sloping accessible trail with braille signage, a cable hand-guide, and educational stations; a west-facing…
Parking
Not confirmed · unconfirmed
Dogs
Belchertown requires dogs to be secured by a leash or lead no longer than six feet, under the control of a responsible person, on public sidewalks, ways, and at outdoor functions in town. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted…
Accessibility
Built specifically as an accessible sensory trail, with braille signage and a cable guide for visitors with visual impairments.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round; Great Blue Heron, Green Heron, Mallard, Canada Goose commonly seen
Managed by
Belchertown Recreation Department / Friends of Lake Wallace
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Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
Common questions
Is Lake Wallace wheelchair accessible?
Yes, the Lake Wallace Sensory Trail was built as a wide, gently sloping accessible path with braille signage and a cable guide, primarily designed for visitors with visual impairments.
Can you swim in Lake Wallace?
Swimming is not presented as an activity here; the site is set up for walking, wildlife viewing and photography rather than swimming.
Is there an entry fee at Lake Wallace?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Lake Wallace?
Belchertown requires dogs to be secured by a leash or lead no longer than six feet, under the control of a responsible person, on public sidewalks, ways, and at outdoor functions in town. That's the town-wide default; watch for posted signs here.
Is Lake Wallace wheelchair accessible?
Built specifically as an accessible sensory trail, with braille signage and a cable guide for visitors with visual impairments.
What rules should I know at Lake Wallace?
Bears are occasionally seen in the area.