A 1,066-acre MassWildlife property spanning Princeton and Rutland, mixing wetlands, alder thickets, and old apple orchards along a stocked stretch of the East Branch Ware River, with historic ties to painter Edward Savage's family farm.
What to expect
Dogs
Leashed except when accompanying a licensed hunter
Accessibility
No accessible path confirmed
Managed by
MassWildlife (Division of Fisheries and Wildlife)
WebsiteCommon questions
Where do I park, and is it obvious?
The main lot on Old Boston Turnpike holds about 8 cars; it's a small pull-off rather than a signed visitor lot, so watch for it.
Are dogs allowed off-leash?
Only while hunting or hunt-training with a licensed hunter; otherwise dogs must stay leashed.
Can I bring my dog to Savage Hill Wildlife Management Area?
Leashed except when accompanying a licensed hunter
Is Savage Hill Wildlife Management Area wheelchair accessible?
No accessible path confirmed
What rules should I know at Savage Hill Wildlife Management Area?
Dogs off-leash only when hunting or hunt training with a licensed hunter. Dog waste in parking areas and within 100 feet must be picked up and disposed of off-site.