Towns: Cummington
Acreage: 405
Wildlife Management Zone: 2
Description
Powell Brook WMA is comprised of two separate parcels. Both sections consist of moderately sloped, hilly terrain. Most of the area is forested with a mixture of hardwoods (predominantly American beech and sugar maple) and softwoods (predominantly eastern hemlock and white pine). Powell Brook forms the northern boundary of the northern parcel. It joins with Kearney Brook which flows south and becomes Bronson Brook. Bronson Brook flows through the southern parcel of Powell Brook WMA. There are a few old logging roads throughout the property and different aged stands of forest from previous timber activities.
Location, access, & parking
There are two parking areas. The first, which can fit two vehicles, is located on the south side of Trouble Street at the intersection of Bronson Brook. The second parking lot is located on the south side of Powell Road after the intersection with Jordan Road. See WMA map.
Note: WMAs are intentionally wild, visitors will find natural landscapes rather than maintained trails.
Hunting opportunities
The property contains forests of varying ages, which provides good habitat for white-tailed deer, black bear, eastern coyote, wild turkey, and ruffed grouse.
Fishing opportunities
Bronson Brook and Powell Brook provide cold water fishing opportunities. Bronson Brook is stocked with trout in the spring. For more information on trout stocking, visit mass.gov/trout.
Wildlife viewing & other features
This area protects several coldwater stream systems that are part of the west branch of the Westfield River. The area also has several wetlands that are home to endangered and listed species.
Regulations
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.
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