Wendell State Forest

7,566 acres of rolling forested hills, streams, ponds, and trails

Montague Rd.
Wendell, MA 01379

Phone: 413-659-3797
www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/central/wndl.htm

Located south of the Millers River, Wendell State Forest covers 7,566 acres of rolling forested hills, streams, ponds, and trails. Purchased in the 1920s the area had been heavily burned during the early 1900s. Some of the park development and most of the road systems are attributed to Civilian Conservation Corps activities in the 1930s.

Ruggles Pond is the main day-use area. This 10 acre pond offers crystal clear water for swimming and fishing. Picnic sites and a ball field with a pavilion are located nearby. There is a small boat launching ramp located at the Northern end of Wickett Pond. The Metacomet-Monadnock Trail traverses the forest boundaries and offers a small Adirondack shelter for trail users.

Click here to view trail map.

RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Universal Access
Non-motorized boating
Boat Ramp
Canoeing
Fishing
Group Day Use
Hiking
Horseback Riding Trails
Hunting (Restrictions)
Mountain Biking
Picnicking
Restrooms
Scenic Viewing Area
Skiing (Cross-Country)
Swimming
Walking Trails

Park Directions
Wendell State Forest is located in the northeast part of central Massachusetts.
From the east or west: Take Rte. 2 to Rte. 63 south through Miller Falls, Wendell Rd. over R.R. bridge, take Montague Rd. and follow signs.

Posting # 1421 Expires: January 1, 2015