A 73-acre white cedar swamp off Cedar Swamp Road, ringed by a marked trail through maple, birch, azalea, and mountain laurel. It is one of the wetter, more distinctive conservation walks in Monson rather than a typical upland woods loop.
What to expect
Trails
A marked trail circles the swamp; roughly a mile, natural surface, suitable for hiking but not accessibility-graded
Dogs
A dog off its owner's or keeper's premises must be restrained by a chain or leash no more than six feet long, unless it is on someone else's land with that person's knowledge and permission. Letting a dog roam at large on another's land…
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
Monson Conservation Commission
413-267-4100 · WebsiteCommon questions
Are there trails, and how long/hard?
A single marked loop circles the swamp, about a mile on natural ground, with wet footing likely in spots.
Can I bring my dog to Cedar Swamp Conservation Area?
A dog off its owner's or keeper's premises must be restrained by a chain or leash no more than six feet long, unless it is on someone else's land with that person's knowledge and permission. Letting a dog roam at large on another's land is a violation, and running at large is one of the nuisances…