Woman holding binoculars Join today and get outside at one of our 60+ wildlife sanctuaries.
Woman holding binoculars Join today and get outside at one of our 60+ wildlife sanctuaries.
Pond with cloud reflections and a little fall foliage

Skunknett River Wildlife Sanctuary

Plan Your Visit

Walking the tree-lined trails at Skunknett River, you can witness nature reclaiming former mill sites and explore a fragrant Atlantic White Cedar swamp. The name Skunknett comes from an Algonquin word that means a fishing place for eel. Indeed, American Eels may be seen in the sanctuary’s waterways.

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

Explore Skunknett River

  • Trail at Skunknett River Wildlife Sanctuary
    Trail at Skunknett River Wildlife Sanctuary
  • Pond with green vegetation
  • Skunknett River stream vegetation (Photo: Rosemary Mosco)
    Skunknett River stream vegetation