The Raynham portion of the 6,157-acre Hockomock Swamp Wildlife Management Area, the largest freshwater wetland in Massachusetts, managed by MassWildlife across six towns and reachable in Raynham from a small lot off Prospect Hill Street.
What to expect
Trails
Informal woods roads and trails through marsh, red maple swamp, acidic fen and Atlantic white cedar bog habitat; no maintained mileage figure found for the…
Fishing
Allowed per MA freshwater fishing season/license rules
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Kayak/Canoe/Sup
Allowed Canoe-accessible rivers cross the broader WMA.
Managed by
MassWildlife (Division of Fisheries and Wildlife)
508-389-6300 · WebsiteCommon questions
Is hunting allowed in the Hockomock Swamp WMA near Raynham?
Yes, Wildlife Management Areas like this one are open to hunting, fishing and trapping under state rules, and archery is permitted during all deer hunting seasons.
Is there an entry fee at Hockomock Swamp Wildlife Management Area?
No, entry is free.
What rules should I know at Hockomock Swamp Wildlife Management Area?
Wetland terrain with limited trail marking; hunters and other users share the land, so wearing blaze orange during hunting seasons is advisable.