West Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary
Goldenrod field © Richard Johnson
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West Mountain, situated within the watershed of the federally-designated Wild & Scenic Westfield River, is part of one of the largest aggregations of conserved land in Massachusetts. The sanctuary provides valuable habitat for moose, black bears, otters, fishers, and bobcats as well as habitat for a number of state-listed rare plants and animals and nesting sites for threatened ground nesting birds.
Location: Prospect Street, Plainfield, MA
Hours: Trails open daily, dawn to dusk
Program Catalog
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The nearby Arcadia and Pleasant Valley wildlife sanctuaries offer a variety of programs for all ages and interests. Find a program >
Explore Our Trails
Explore the Trails
The 1.3-mile loop passes through northern hardwood forests where you can look for signs of moose, beavers, and black bears. Get the map >