A 153-acre MassWildlife tract in four parcels north of the East Branch of the Westfield River, upland hardwood-softwood forest with no marked trail. A tiny dirt lot at the end of Stage Road is the only dedicated parking.
What to expect
Dogs
Dogs may not be left unattended or allowed to roam at large on a wildlife management area, and must be restrained on a leash or physical tether, caged or bridled by their owner or handler. Dog waste must be collected and carried out. The…
Hours
Open access with no gate and no posted hours. Camping is banned without written permission from MassWildlife, and vehicles are restricted to maintained roads and trails (321 CMR 3.01, statewide rule).
Fishing
Allowed trout stocked annually in Mill Brook and the Westfield River
Managed by
MassWildlife (Connecticut Valley District, Dalton office) 413-684-1646 ·
Common questions
Is Shaw Brook WMA open today?
Shaw Brook WMA is a public preserve in Cummington, MA. Posted hours: Open access with no gate and no posted hours. Camping is banned without written permission from MassWildlife, and vehicles are restricted to maintained roads and trails (321 CMR 3.01, statewide rule)..
Can I bring my dog to Shaw Brook WMA?
Dogs may not be left unattended or allowed to roam at large on a wildlife management area, and must be restrained on a leash or physical tether, caged or bridled by their owner or handler. Dog waste must be collected and carried out. The rule does not apply to licensed hunters using dogs while…
What rules should I know at Shaw Brook WMA?
No camping without written MassWildlife permission; vehicles restricted to maintained roads and trails.