From the Sound to the Summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from
Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut
and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic vistas and close-ups of New
England’s natural and cultural landscape: traprock ridges, historic village
centers, farmlands, unfragmented forests, quiet streams, steep river valleys
and waterfalls.

From the Sound to the Summits: the New England Trail covers 235 miles from Long Island Sound across long ridges to scenic mountain summits in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The trail offers panoramic vistas and close-ups of New England’s natural and cultural landscape: traprock ridges, historic village centers, farmlands, unfragmented forests, quiet streams, steep river valleys and waterfalls.

Bird's eye view of the park

New England National Scenic Trail

Located within parts of four New England states: New Hampshire, Vermont,
Massachusetts, and Connecticut, the Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife
Refuge is the only refuge of its kind to encompass an entire watershed. This
unique refuge design was proposed by Congressman Silvio O. Conte who had "...a
dream that included a Connecticut River, cleaned, fishable, swimmable, and
with salmon restored to abundant numbers.” He also dreamed that someday his
children and grandchildren would continue to enjoy the outdoors as he had, and
not “be saddled with a planet polluted beyond repair.” In 1991, he asked
Congress to establish a National Wildlife Refuge to protect the watershed of
the river and its wildlife resources. In 1997 the refuge named in his honor
was established to fulfill that dream. The refuge was designed to include the
entire Connecticut River watershed because legislators realized that, in order
to protect migratory fish and other aquatic species, there was a need to
protect the whole river system and its watershed; the health of any aquatic
ecosystem is linked to the health of the whole watershed upstream. It is one
of only three refuges in the National Wildlife Refuge System that has Fish in
its title.

<p>Located within parts of four New England states: New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Connecticut, the Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge is the only refuge of its kind to encompass an entire watershed. This unique refuge design was proposed by Congressman Silvio O. Conte who had "...a dream that included a Connecticut River, cleaned, fishable, swimmable, and with salmon restored to abundant numbers.” He also dreamed that someday his children and grandchildren would continue to enjoy the outdoors as he had, and not “be saddled with a planet polluted beyond repair.” In 1991, he asked Congress to establish a National Wildlife Refuge to protect the watershed of the river and its wildlife resources. In 1997 the refuge named in his honor was established to fulfill that dream. The refuge was designed to include the entire Connecticut River watershed because legislators realized that, in order to protect migratory fish and other aquatic species, there was a need to protect the whole river system and its watershed; the health of any aquatic ecosystem is linked to the health of the whole watershed upstream. It is one of only three refuges in the National Wildlife Refuge System that has Fish in its title.</p><p> </p>

Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge

For nearly two centuries, the U.S. Armed Forces and American industry looked
to Springfield Armory for innovative engineering and superior firearms.
Springfield Armory National Historic Site commemorates the critical role of
the nation’s first armory by preserving and interpreting the world's largest
historic US military small arms collection, along with historic archives,
buildings and landscape.

For nearly two centuries, the U.S. Armed Forces and American industry looked to Springfield Armory for innovative engineering and superior firearms. Springfield Armory National Historic Site commemorates the critical role of the nation’s first armory by preserving and interpreting the world's largest historic US military small arms collection, along with historic archives, buildings and landscape.

Springfield Armory National Historic Site

Fly fishing is popular in the Little and Westfield rivers where brown, brook
and rainbow trout are stocked by the State. The Claude M. Hill Horse Trail
provides horseback riding. Indian Hollow Campground is available for
reservation groups and civic organizations. Hiking, hunting, mountain biking
and snowmobiling are enjoyed seasonally. For up-to-date information, call
(413) 667-3430.

Fly fishing is popular in the Little and Westfield rivers where brown, brook and rainbow trout are stocked by the State.  The Claude M. Hill Horse Trail provides horseback riding.  Indian Hollow Campground is available for reservation groups and civic organizations.  Hiking, hunting, mountain biking and snowmobiling are enjoyed seasonally.    For up-to-date information, call (413) 667-3430.

## Overview

With abundant wildlife, lush scenery and waterfront views, Indian Hollow Group
Campground, located at the Knightville Dam and Reservoir, offers groups and
clubs a recreational oasis.

## Recreation

The rivers and streams at Knightville offer excellent trout fishing, and the
river is stocked with trout in both the spring and fall. The surrounding hills
provide prime upland game habitat, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
stocks pheasants for the fall hunting season. Hunting and fishing are
permitted in the area in accordance with posted restrictions and Massachusetts
laws. Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding along
several miles of trails and old country roads. Interpretive programs on the
cultural and natural resources, water resources, water safety and flood
control are provided by Park Rangers.

## Facilities

The rivers and streams at Knightville offer excellent trout fishing, and the
river is stocked with trout in both the spring and fall. The surrounding hills
provide prime upland game habitat, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
stocks pheasants for the fall hunting season. Hunting and fishing are
permitted in the area in accordance with posted restrictions and Massachusetts
laws. Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding along
several miles of trails and old country roads. Interpretive programs on the
cultural and natural resources, water resources, water safety and flood
control are provided by Park Rangers.

## Natural Features

In summertime the open areas of the river basin have spectacular blooms of
wildflowers. These old fields attract many species of songbirds and
butterflies. This area is within a Massachusetts Watchable Wildlife site, and
visitors may catch a glimpse of deer, coyotes, beavers, grouse, turkeys or
waterfowl while exploring the area. The area sits alongside the East Branch of
the Westfield River, which is nationally recognized for its scenic qualities.

## Nearby Attractions

The 2-mile long Claude M. Hill Horse Trail, which connects the campground to
the Knightville Dam area, provides horseback riding and other non-motorized
recreational opportunites. Chesterfield Gorge is a scenic natural feature
along the Westfield River, approximately 4 miles upstream of the camping area.
The East Branch Trail, a 6-mile hiking trail, follows the river from the
Chesterfield Gorge to the Knightville Wildlife Magagement Area, and can be
accessed from the campground.

<h2>Overview</h2>
With abundant wildlife, lush scenery and waterfront views, Indian Hollow Group Campground, located at the Knightville Dam and Reservoir, offers groups and clubs a recreational oasis.<h2>Recreation</h2>
The rivers and streams at Knightville offer excellent trout fishing, and the river is stocked with trout in both the spring and fall. The surrounding hills provide prime upland game habitat, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts stocks pheasants for the fall hunting season. Hunting and fishing are permitted in the area in accordance with posted restrictions and Massachusetts laws.
  
Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding along several miles of trails and old country roads. 
  
Interpretive programs on the cultural and natural resources, water resources, water safety and flood control are provided by Park Rangers. <h2>Facilities</h2>
The rivers and streams at Knightville offer excellent trout fishing, and the river is stocked with trout in both the spring and fall. The surrounding hills provide prime upland game habitat, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts stocks pheasants for the fall hunting season. Hunting and fishing are permitted in the area in accordance with posted restrictions and Massachusetts laws.
  
Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding along several miles of trails and old country roads. 
  
Interpretive programs on the cultural and natural resources, water resources, water safety and flood control are provided by Park Rangers. <h2>Natural Features</h2>
In summertime the open areas of the river basin have spectacular blooms of wildflowers. These old fields attract many species of songbirds and butterflies. This area is within a Massachusetts Watchable Wildlife site, and visitors may catch a glimpse of deer, coyotes, beavers, grouse, turkeys or waterfowl while exploring the area.   The area sits alongside the East Branch of the Westfield River, which is nationally recognized for its scenic qualities.  
<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
The 2-mile long Claude M. Hill Horse Trail, which connects the campground to the Knightville Dam area, provides horseback riding and other non-motorized recreational opportunites.
Chesterfield Gorge is a scenic natural feature along the Westfield River, approximately 4 miles upstream of the camping area. 
The East Branch Trail, a 6-mile hiking trail, follows the river from the Chesterfield Gorge to the Knightville Wildlife Magagement Area, and can be accessed from the campground.

Indian hollow emergency pay phone.

Indian hollow entrance sign.

INDIAN HOLLOW

Indian Hollow

## Overview

Nestled on the downstream side of Knightville Dam, the Knightville Picnic Area
offers a fun getaway for the whole family. Come spend a relaxing day with us.

## Recreation

The rivers and streams at Knightville offer excellent trout fishing, and the
river is stocked with trout in both the spring and fall. The surrounding hills
provide prime upland game habitat, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
stocks pheasants for the fall hunting season. Hunting and fishing are
permitted in the area in accordance with posted restrictions and Massachusetts
laws. Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding along
several miles of trails and old country roads. Interpretive programs on the
cultural and natural resources, water resources, water safety and flood
control are provided by Park Rangers.

## Facilities

The rivers and streams at Knightville offer excellent trout fishing, and the
river is stocked with trout in both the spring and fall. The surrounding hills
provide prime upland game habitat, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
stocks pheasants for the fall hunting season. Hunting and fishing are
permitted in the area in accordance with posted restrictions and Massachusetts
laws. Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding along
several miles of trails and old country roads. Interpretive programs on the
cultural and natural resources, water resources, water safety and flood
control are provided by Park Rangers.

## Natural Features

In summertime the open areas of the river basin have spectacular blooms of
wildflowers. These old fields attract many species of songbirds and
butterflies. This area is within a Massachusetts Watchable Wildlife site, and
visitors may catch a glimpse of deer, coyotes, beavers, grouse, turkeys or
waterfowl while exploring the area.

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>Nestled on the downstream side of Knightville Dam, the Knightville Picnic Area offers a fun getaway for the whole family. Come spend a relaxing day with us.</p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>The rivers and streams at Knightville offer excellent trout fishing, and the river is stocked with trout in both the spring and fall. The surrounding hills provide prime upland game habitat, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts stocks pheasants for the fall hunting season. Hunting and fishing are permitted in the area in accordance with posted restrictions and Massachusetts laws. Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding along several miles of trails and old country roads. Interpretive programs on the cultural and natural resources, water resources, water safety and flood control are provided by Park Rangers.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>The rivers and streams at Knightville offer excellent trout fishing, and the river is stocked with trout in both the spring and fall. The surrounding hills provide prime upland game habitat, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts stocks pheasants for the fall hunting season. Hunting and fishing are permitted in the area in accordance with posted restrictions and Massachusetts laws. Visitors can enjoy hiking, mountain biking or horseback riding along several miles of trails and old country roads. Interpretive programs on the cultural and natural resources, water resources, water safety and flood control are provided by Park Rangers.</p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>In summertime the open areas of the river basin have spectacular blooms of wildflowers. These old fields attract many species of songbirds and butterflies. This area is within a Massachusetts Watchable Wildlife site, and visitors may catch a glimpse of deer, coyotes, beavers, grouse, turkeys or waterfowl while exploring the area.</p>

Knightville dam entrance sign.

Knightville dam from the route 112 overlook.

Knightville dam reservoir.

Knightville dam day use area.

Picnic Shelter

Knightville Dam

squirrel eating

The launch boat ramp (10-hp limit) provides anglers easy access to the stocked
brook, rainbow and brown trout, in addition to the native populations of
warmwater fish. Stream fishing is available along 1.5 miles of the Middle
Branch of the Westfield River. Hunting for deer and upland game birds and ice
fishing are seasonally available. For up-to-date information, call (413)
667-3656.

The launch boat ramp (10-hp limit) provides anglers easy access to the stocked brook, rainbow and brown trout, in addition to the native populations of warmwater fish.  Stream fishing is available along 1.5 miles of the Middle Branch of the Westfield River.  Hunting for deer and upland game birds and ice fishing are seasonally available.  For up-to-date information, call (413) 667-3656.

Green Lake

Littleville Lake

Horseback riders, mountain bikers, hikers and cross-country skiers will enjoy
the miles of trails in the area. The streamside environment along Conant and
Vinica brooks offers anglers excellent native trout fishing, while warmwater
fishermen enjoy the pool above the dam. Hunting is also popular among park
visitors. For up-to-date information, call (508) 347-3705.

Horseback riders, mountain bikers, hikers and cross-country skiers will enjoy the miles of trails in the area. The streamside environment along Conant and Vinica brooks offers anglers excellent native trout fishing, while warmwater fishermen enjoy the pool above the dam. Hunting is also popular among park visitors. For up-to-date information, call (508) 347-3705.

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Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge

Springfield Armory National Historic Site

Knightville Dam

Littleville Lake

Conant Brook Dam