An 866-acre state wildlife management area spanning Ware and West Brookfield, with rolling hills, rocky outcrops, mature hardwood ridges, and scenic overlooks toward the Ware River valley.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Dogs
Dogs must be confined to the owner's premises or kept under direct control / leashed at all times off-premises (townwide General Bylaws Ch. XII §1); applies here as on all town land.
Managed by
MassWildlife Central District
(508) 835-3607 · WebsiteCommon questions
Are trails paved or rugged?
Natural surface, rocky in places given the terrain of steep outcrops and hardwood ridges; not paved.
Is hunting season posted?
Yes, this WMA is managed in part for regulated hunting; current-year season dates are set by MassWildlife annually.
Coy Hill Road has many spaces; Route 9 has only small pullouts.
Where do I park at Coy Hill Wildlife Management Area?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Coy Hill Wildlife Management Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Coy Hill Wildlife Management Area?
Dogs must be confined to the owner's premises or kept under direct control / leashed at all times off-premises (townwide General Bylaws Ch. XII §1); applies here as on all town land.