Phone

(413) 245-1264

Email

info@norcrosswildlife.org

Opening Hours

Monday-Saturday 8:30 am-4:00 pm. Closed Holiday Weekends.

Saturday Hike to Bear Hill

Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary Wales, MA

Join us for a hike to the top of Bear Hill deep in the Sanctuary!
Observe a variety of habitats as we hike up Tupper Hill to Bear Hill on trails not typically available to the public.
This moderate to difficult hike is geared for adults, is at a moderate pace, and is approximately 4.2 miles long. 
Dress in appropriate clothing and footwear; be prepared for elevation, roots, and rocks.
Dogs are not allowed.
Please meet at the Trailhead kiosk by 10 am to sign in.  
If there is inclement weather, please call 413-245-1353 to confirm that the hike will be taking place.

LaFond Oak Forest Program – Hike to Vineca Pond

Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary Wales, MA

Norcross Wildlife Foundation is proud to present the annual LaFond Oak Forest Program in memory of Eugene W. LaFond and Helen Mason LaFond.
Saturday, October 05, 2024, at 10am
Join us for a hike to the beautiful Vineca Pond deep in the Sanctuary!
Observe a variety of habitats as we hike past the canal and dams on paths not typically available to the public.
This moderate hike is geared for adults, is at a moderate pace, and is approximately 3.5 miles long.
Dress in appropriate clothing and footwear; be prepared for roots, rocks, and maybe even some mud!
Dogs are not allowed.
Please meet at the Trailhead kiosk by 9:30 am to sign in.
If there is inclement weather, please call 413-245-1353 to confirm that the hike will be taking place.

Closed for the Holiday Weekend

Norcross Wildlife Sanctuary Wales, MA

Our public trails will be closed over the Holiday Weekend, Saturday, October 12 through Monday, October 14.  Trails will reopen to the public on Tuesday, October 15 at 8:30 am.