Towns: Williamstown
Acreage: 496
Wildlife Management Zone: 1
Description
This WMA consists of multiple parcels of land along the Green River in Williamstown. The parcels consist predominantly of northern hardwoods with some white pine interspersed. The three southern parcels contain steeply sloped areas. License agreements allow for some small agricultural fields on the properties.
Location, access, & parking
Parking access for the southern parcels is located on Route 7, with a parking lot on the southernmost parcel. Parking can also be found on Route 43 for the northern parcels of the WMA. See WMA map.
Note: WMAs are intentionally wild, visitors will find natural landscapes rather than maintained trails.
Habitat management
Agricultural use for haying and certain crops is allowed on the three southern parcels of the property in accordance with license agreements.
Learn more about MassWildlife’s habitat management activities.
Hunting & fishing opportunities
The Green River WMA provides excellent habitat for white-tailed deer and black bear, and wild turkey, particularly. The area is also surrounded by agricultural fields, providing wildlife food sources. The Green River runs through all parcels of the property. The two northern parcels along Route 43 provide parking and easy access to the river. The Green River is stocked each year with trout. For more information, visit mass.gov/trout.
Regulations
A “hunter orange” hat is required wear for hunters during the pheasant season.
About Wildlife Management Areas
MassWildlife owns and manages over 220,000 acres of land to conserve fish and wildlife habitats and provide access for outdoor recreation. All WMAs are open to hunting, fishing, trapping, and other outdoor recreation activities. Visit the MassWildlife Lands Viewer for an interactive map of MassWildlife properties.
You can support land protection in Massachusetts. Contributions to the Wildlands Fund help pay for the cost of acquiring wildlife habitat. Learn more about the Wildlands Fund.