A roughly 600-acre town-owned watershed forest in northwest Hatfield, dedicated in Spring 2013 in memory of longtime conservationist Terry Blunt. An unpaved hiking trail climbs to some of the highest ground in Hatfield under a high open forest canopy, linking to a wider network of ridgeline trails toward Horse Mountain and Chestnut Mountain.
What to expect
Trails
1.5 miles one-way to White Rock (1.8 miles round trip on the upper section) moderate · natural
Dogs
Dogs must be leashed off the owner's property under Hatfield's townwide bylaw.
Accessibility
Not accessible; the trail is an unpaved natural-surface path with a steep section to the summit.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Hatfield Open Space Committee
413-247-9200, Ext. 106 · WebsiteWhat's here
Not here
No restrooms
No restroom on the trail system.
Common questions
Is Terry A. Blunt Watershed and Conservation Area open today?
Terry A. Blunt Watershed and Conservation Area is a public preserve in Hatfield, MA. There is no live closure feed for preserves & forests; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Where do I park for the White Rock Trail?
There is informal parking for up to six vehicles at the White Rock trailhead, reached via the Terry Blunt Conservation Area's south or north gate access.
Is the whole length of Reservoir Road open to hikers?
No, a section near the water treatment plant is posted No Trespassing, so hikers should follow the marked trailheads rather than walking the full road.
Where do I park at Terry A. Blunt Watershed and Conservation Area?
Free lot (free).
Are there trails at Terry A. Blunt Watershed and Conservation Area?
Yes. 1.5 miles one-way to White Rock (1.8 miles round trip on the upper section). moderate difficulty. Surface: natural.
Is there an entry fee at Terry A. Blunt Watershed and Conservation Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Terry A. Blunt Watershed and Conservation Area?
Dogs must be leashed off the owner's property under Hatfield's townwide bylaw.
Is Terry A. Blunt Watershed and Conservation Area wheelchair accessible?
Not accessible; the trail is an unpaved natural-surface path with a steep section to the summit.
What rules should I know at Terry A. Blunt Watershed and Conservation Area?
The route to White Rock includes a steep section near the summit and several stream crossings on small footbridges. A section of Reservoir Road near the water treatment plant, and a further stretch of Reservoir Road, are posted No Trespassing.