Appalachian Trail - County Road
October Mountain State Forest
Washington, MA
Wildlife Viewing | Snowshoeing | Hiking
Roosevelt Reserve Middlefield Road, Washington, MA
Managed by
Berkshire Natural Resources Council
Part of
Roosevelt Conservation Area
Allowed Uses & Features
Information
- Free
- Primitive
- Public Land
- Private Land
- Bus Route
- Trail
- Major Trail
About Roosevelt Reserve
The Roosevelt Reserve is located off Middlefield Road in Washington, Massachusetts. The reserve comprises 106 acres of mature forests and several wetlands. The reserve lacks trails and provides an opportunity for a primitive outdoor excursion in the Berkshires. Through their exploration, visitors may find the reserve fosters top-tier birding and wildlife viewing.
With a peaceful landscape unique to the rural areas of Western Massachusetts, Roosevelt Reserve provides a habitat for various wildlife. The area includes deer, bears, wild turkeys, and numerous waterfowl attracted to the reserve's wetland ecosystems. Keen-eyed visitors could spot moose. Hunting on the property is forbidden.
The Roosevelt Reserve is owned and managed by the Berkshire Natural Resources Council, which operates and maintains countless hiking trails and properties throughout Berkshire County. While Roosevelt Reserve does not offer formal hiking or walking trails, the property is open for hiking and public use. In addition to the outdoor offerings at the reserve, Washington and its surrounding towns provide several outdoor recreation opportunities.
Washington is in the eastern portion of Berkshire County and is near portions of the Appalachian Trail. Additionally, the town of Becket borders Washington to the south and is home to several of the county's cultural and outdoor landmarks.
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Clubs, Retail & Rentals
Looking to meet up with others for team sports or group activities? Check out our list of clubs, guides and leagues in the Berkshires on the Resources page. Our list of summer camps will help you plan an overnight or day camp adventure for your young ones.
We also link to an array of outdoor recreation retail shops for gear and rental facilities for equipment on the Gear page.
