About 168 acres of state wildlife land off Tatro Road, kept deliberately undeveloped with no marked trails or signage. It's used mostly for hunting, fishing, trapping, and wildlife watching by people who already know it's there.
What to expect
Dogs
Dogs may not be left unattended or allowed to roam at large on a wildlife management area, and must be restrained on a leash or physical tether, caged or bridled by their owner or handler. Dog waste must be collected and carried out. The…
Accessibility
Not developed for accessibility; the land is kept intentionally wild with no paved paths or trail markers
Managed by
MassWildlife (Division of Fisheries and Wildlife)
WebsiteWhat's here
Not here
No info kiosk
WMAs are kept intentionally undeveloped, without trail signage or information kiosks
Common questions
Is Maxwell Brook Wildlife Management Area open today?
Maxwell Brook Wildlife Management Area is a public preserve in Rowe, MA. There is no live closure feed for preserves & forests; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Yes. MassWildlife welcomes dogs on its wildlife management areas statewide; they only need to be leashed outside of active hunting or hunting-dog training.
Is there an entry fee at Maxwell Brook Wildlife Management Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Maxwell Brook Wildlife Management Area?
Dogs may not be left unattended or allowed to roam at large on a wildlife management area, and must be restrained on a leash or physical tether, caged or bridled by their owner or handler. Dog waste must be collected and carried out. The rule does not apply to licensed hunters using dogs while…
Is Maxwell Brook Wildlife Management Area wheelchair accessible?
Not developed for accessibility; the land is kept intentionally wild with no paved paths or trail markers
What rules should I know at Maxwell Brook Wildlife Management Area?
Kept intentionally wild with no trails or signage, so expect rough, unmarked terrain.