Erwin S. Wilder Wildlife Management Area - Norton, MA
Erwin S. Wilder Wildlife Management Area Dog Park in Norton, Massachusetts
Discover the natural beauty and extensive dog-friendly hiking opportunities at the Erwin S. Wilder Wildlife Management Area, conveniently located in Norton, MA. This unique park boasts miles of winding, pet-friendly trails perfect for exploring with your four-legged companion. Enjoy scenic walks through reclaimed cranberry bogs and woodlands, creating a peaceful experience for both dogs and their owners.
While primarily known for wildlife management and hunting, the area is open to the public and welcomes dogs on invigorating hikes. The park features spacious fields, abundant birdwatching, and intersecting trails that can take you on anything from a short stroll to a challenging 10-mile loop. Families will appreciate that the park is also good for kids, making it an excellent spot for outdoor adventures with the entire household. Please note that the entrance may be muddy after rain, and hunting seasons may affect trail traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is there a playground or activities for kids nearby? Yes, the park is considered good for kids and offers kid-friendly hikes.
- Are there walking or hiking trails connected to the park? Yes, there are numerous dog-friendly trails and loops available for walking or hiking with your dog.
- Is the park muddy after it rains? Yes, the entrance area can be muddy and may have large puddles following rain.
- Is the park regularly cleaned and maintained? Yes, the grounds are well maintained, though natural conditions should be expected.
Reviews
Today was our first trip and what an amazing find! Great pheasant hunting lands.
Huge place. This was my first time here and my dogs first hunt.
This is a wildlife management area that is managed by the state, but has been purchased and maintained via the funds generated from hunters license fees over the years. While the public is certainly welcome, visitors should know, and hopefully respect, that this particular land is specifically set aside for hunters and that hunting will be taking place on the grounds.
Entrance is muddy and has large puddles. Well maintained otherwise. Nice fields with abundant birding opportunities. Encountered several hikers and dogs while walking the area.
Cranberry bogs that have been left for nature to reclaim great you at the edge of the parking lot. Lots of winding trails criss cross the woods to the south. Plenty of tree stands and signs of game. Property intersects the gas lines and runs even further south to the highway. Just a mile or two to circle the bogs, easy to go on a 10 mile loop
if you wonder to far south into to woods.