A 159-acre Wildlife Conservation Easement co-managed with BNRC on steep hillsides leading to the high point of Potter Mountain, following Secum Brook (locally called Disappearing Brook), which vanishes underground four times over about a mile.
What to expect
Trails
2.9 miles out and back moderate to strenuous (15% grade near… · natural
Dogs
Dogs are welcome and must remain under immediate control, per BNRC's policy for all its reserves.
Hours
Open dawn to dusk, per BNRC's reserve-wide policy (unless a specific reserve posts otherwise).
Accessibility
Not accessible; grass parking lot with a 2% slope and a 15% slope up to the trailhead.
Managed by
Berkshire Natural Resources Council
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No drinking water
BNRC reserves have no restrooms or water.
Common questions
What's the deal with 'Disappearing Brook'?
Secum Brook, one of the largest sources feeding Pontoosuc Lake, sinks underground and resurfaces four times along about a mile of its course.
Are there trails at Widow White?
Yes. 2.9 miles out and back. moderate to strenuous (15% grade near the trailhead) difficulty. Surface: natural.
Is there an entry fee at Widow White?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Widow White?
Dogs are welcome and must remain under immediate control, per BNRC's policy for all its reserves.
Is Widow White wheelchair accessible?
Not accessible; grass parking lot with a 2% slope and a 15% slope up to the trailhead.
What rules should I know at Widow White?
No motorized vehicles.