Girl with binoculars Join today and get outside at one of our 60+ wildlife sanctuaries.
Girl with binoculars Join today and get outside at one of our 60+ wildlife sanctuaries.
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Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary

Arcadia Wildlife Sanctuary

Ecological management will be occurring at Arcadia through September 30, potentially closing certain trails.

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Plan Your Visit

Spanning Easthampton and Northampton, Arcadia's diverse terrain of forest, meadows, grasslands, marsh, and wetlands attracts an extraordinary variety of birds and other wildlife. Explore 4 miles of trails, make art outdoors, take in expansive views from the observation tower, explore the Mill River by canoe, and embark on your next nature adventure in the Connecticut River Valley.

Hours
Nature Center
  • Monday-Friday
  • 9:00 am–3:00 pm
  • Saturday
  • 9:00 am–4:00 pm
  • Sunday
  • 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Trails
  • Daily
  • dawn to dusk
  • 4 miles
  • 850 feet

Property Regulations

  • Foot travel only; please stay on trails (day passes are available for powered mobility devices)
  • Dog walking and horseback riding are prohibited; please leave all animals and pets at home (service animals welcome)
  • Camping, collecting, smoking, hunting, fishing, releasing of animals, and feeding wildlife is prohibited.
  • Commercial photography needs prior approval; please see all photography guidelines.

Facilities

  • Parking
    Parking
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Station
    Electric Vehicle Charging Station
  • Trail, Universally Accessible
    Trail, Universally Accessible
  • Nature Center/Museum, Universally Accessible
    Nature Center/Museum, Universally Accessible
  • Restrooms, Universally Accessible
    Restrooms, Universally Accessible
  • Canoeing / Kayak (bring your own)
    Canoeing / Kayak (bring your own)
  • Picnic Tables
    Picnic Tables

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