A roughly 2,500-acre Wildlife Management Area of low rolling forest and marshland spanning four towns - Georgetown, Groveland, Newbury, and West Newbury - only a portion of which lies within Groveland. It includes Crane Pond, Little Crane Pond, frontage on the Parker River, and over 50 vernal pools; Crane Pond is stocked with trout.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot Free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Not covered by Groveland's townwide leash bylaw (non-municipal state land); no site-specific leash posting found.
Hours
Open access, no gate/hours posted (state WMA; not subject to Groveland's townwide rules).
Accessibility
Unconfirmed - natural terrain, unlikely to be accessible.
Managed by
MassWildlife (Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife)
(978) 355-2144 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is Crane Pond WMA actually in Groveland?
Only partly - it's a roughly 2,500-acre property spanning Georgetown, Groveland, Newbury, and West Newbury, with the Groveland-side access via gates on Ash Street and Crane Neck Street.
Yes - Crane Pond is stocked with trout; a Massachusetts fishing license is required.
Where do I park at Crane Pond WMA?
Free lot (Free).
Is there an entry fee at Crane Pond WMA?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Crane Pond WMA?
Not covered by Groveland's townwide leash bylaw (non-municipal state land); no site-specific leash posting found.
Is Crane Pond WMA wheelchair accessible?
Unconfirmed - natural terrain, unlikely to be accessible.
What rules should I know at Crane Pond WMA?
Wear a blaze orange cap or vest October through December due to active hunting season.