A 757-acre MassWildlife tract shared across four towns (Ashfield, Cummington, Goshen, and Plainfield), grassy fields bordered by hardwood and softwood forest. Its Cummington frontage is reached only from roadside parking on Willcut Road; there's no separate lot on this side.
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 on the Swift River and its North Branch
Managed by
MassWildlife (Connecticut Valley District, Dalton office) 413-684-1646 ·
Common questions
Can I bring my dog to Swift River 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 Swift River WMA?
No camping without written MassWildlife permission; vehicles restricted to maintained roads and trails.