Mass Audubon's 751-acre floodplain sanctuary straddles the Connecticut River oxbow between Easthampton and Northampton, and it is a paid, membership-based nature center rather than free town conservation land. Four miles of mostly flat trails, including boardwalk sections, make it one of the easiest serious birdwatching spots in the valley.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot included with admission
Trails
About 4 miles total, mostly flat with roughly 850 feet of cumulative elevation change; includes an accessible route and boardwalk sections; foot travel only,…
Entry fee
Nonprofit wildlife sanctuary, admission required for non-members: adults $4, seniors 65+ $3, children 2-12 $3; free for Mass Audubon members and free for Northampton and Easthampton residents
Dogs
Dogs and horses are not permitted anywhere on the property (service animals excepted)
Accessibility
Nature center and restrooms are universally accessible; one accessible trail loop; powered mobility device day passes available on request
Kayak
Allowed bring your own boat
Managed by
Mass Audubon
413-584-3009 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Paid lot
Costincluded with admission
Common questions
Is Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary open today?
Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary is a public preserve in Northampton, MA. There is no live closure feed for preserves & forests; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Is Arcadia free to visit?
No, it's a Mass Audubon nature center with a small day-use fee for non-members, though it's free for members and for Northampton and Easthampton residents.
No. Dogs and horses aren't allowed anywhere on the sanctuary, even leashed, with the usual exception for service animals.
Where do I park at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary?
Paid lot (included with admission).
Is there an entry fee at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary?
Yes, Nonprofit wildlife sanctuary, admission required for non-members: adults $4, seniors 65+ $3, children 2-12 $3; free for Mass Audubon members and free for Northampton and Easthampton residents
Can I bring my dog to Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary?
Dogs and horses are not permitted anywhere on the property (service animals excepted)
Is Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary wheelchair accessible?
Nature center and restrooms are universally accessible; one accessible trail loop; powered mobility device day passes available on request
What rules should I know at Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary?
Stay on marked trails; foot travel only, no biking or horseback riding. No camping, collecting, smoking, hunting, fishing, releasing animals, or feeding wildlife.