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Raccoon Hill WMA

Details unconfirmedPreserve · Petersham, MA
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A 646-acre MassWildlife wildlife management area spanning Barre, Hardwick, and Petersham, hilly and forested with marsh and swamp habitat in its central parcel. All three documented parking areas sit on the Barre side of the property.

What to expect

Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Dogs must be restrained on a leash or tether, caged or bridled anywhere on a wildlife management area, and no dog may be left unattended or allowed to roam. Owners must collect their dog's waste and carry it out of the WMA. Dogs actually…
Fishing
Allowed
Hunting
Allowed
Managed by
MassWildlife Website

Common questions

Where do I park at Raccoon Hill WMA?
Free lot (free).
Can I bring my dog to Raccoon Hill WMA?
Dogs must be restrained on a leash or tether, caged or bridled anywhere on a wildlife management area, and no dog may be left unattended or allowed to roam. Owners must collect their dog's waste and carry it out of the WMA. Dogs actually hunting or hunt-training under a valid Massachusetts hunting…

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (Petersham-side parking or access point, accessibility). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-08-07. Official source. Updated 2026-09-13.