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Whortleberry Hill Wildlife Management Area

Details unconfirmedPreserve · West Brookfield, MA
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A 324-acre state wildlife management area spanning New Braintree and West Brookfield along Mill Brook, with hardwood ridges, open fields, and reclaimed fields. Visible driving along Wickaboag Valley Road between Shea and Tyler Roads.

What to expect

Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Entry fee
Free
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.
Hunting
Allowed
Birding
Allowed
Managed by
MassWildlife Central District (508) 835-3607 · Website

Common questions

How many parking spaces are there?
The Wickaboag Valley Road lot fits about 4 vehicles.
Is this WMA entirely in West Brookfield?
No, it spans both New Braintree and West Brookfield; the Wickaboag Valley Road parking access is on the West Brookfield side.
Is hunting posted here?
Yes, it's a core use, including stocked pheasant season.
Where do I park at Whortleberry Hill Wildlife Management Area?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Whortleberry Hill Wildlife Management Area?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Whortleberry 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.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (precise coordinates, accessibility-attempted, restrooms). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Official source. Updated 2026-09-13.