Tully Wildlife Refuge park
Tully Wildlife Refuge
Reasons to Visit:
1. Breathtaking Scenery: Tully Wildlife Refuge boasts stunning landscapes, including dense forests, shimmering ponds, and rolling hills. Its 7,179 acres of protected land provide a serene escape from the bustling city life.
2. Abundant Wildlife: The refuge is home to diverse wildlife species, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers. Visitors have the chance to spot white-tailed deer, black bears, beavers, moose, and a variety of bird species.
3. Outdoor Activities: Tully Wildlife Refuge offers a range of recreational activities. Visitors can enjoy hiking along the refuge's numerous trails, birdwatching, fishing, canoeing, and camping.
Points of Interest:
1. Doanes Falls: A popular attraction within the refuge, Doanes Falls features a series of picturesque waterfalls cascading through a rocky gorge. The falls are accessible via a short hike, making it a must-see spot for nature lovers and photographers.
2. Tully Lake: With its crystal-clear waters and surrounded by lush greenery, Tully Lake provides a serene setting for fishing, kayaking, and canoeing. Fishing enthusiasts can try their luck with trout, bass, and pickerel.
3. Long Pond: This large pond offers a tranquil setting for boating and fishing. It is also a perfect spot for picnicking, surrounded by beautiful scenery.
Interesting Facts:
1. Tully Wildlife Refuge is managed by the Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game and is part of the Tully River/Tully Lake watershed.
2. The refuge's diverse habitats make it an important area for breeding and migrating bird species, including the rare Bicknell's thrush.
3. Tully Wildlife Refuge is part of the larger Tully-Metacomet region, which is known for its unique geological history and features.
Best Time to Visit:
The best time to visit Tully Wildlife Refuge is during the spring and fall. Spring offers vibrant blooming wildflowers and the opportunity to witness migratory birds returning. Fall brings stunning foliage colors, creating a picturesque setting for hiking and nature walks. Summer is also popular, offering comfortable temperatures for various outdoor activities, though it can get crowded on weekends.
Please note that it is always recommended to check the official Tully Wildlife Refuge website or contact the Massachusetts Department of Fish and Game for the most up-to-date information on visiting hours, activities, and any restrictions.
Park & land designation reference
A quick legend for the federal and state land categories Snoflo tracks. Each designation comes with different rules around access, recreation, and resource extraction.
- National Park
- Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
- State Park
- Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
- Local Park
- Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
- Wilderness Area
- The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized motorized access permitted.
- National Recreation Area
- Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing, often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes); may allow more development.
- National Conservation Area (BLM)
- BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
- State Forest
- State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
- Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
- Vast federal lands managed for mixed use -- recreation, grazing, mining, conservation -- with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Area campgrounds
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within reach of Tully Wildlife Refuge, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grotonwood | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Pearl Hill Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Damon Pond Campground | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Windham Town Forest Tent Platforms | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, fishing spots, and POIs so a park visit can grow into a full weekend.
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Responsible recreation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site for hours, permit requirements, seasonal closures, and fire restrictions before heading out.
- Stay on trail
- Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation, prevent erosion, and avoid disturbing wildlife habitat.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and store food securely if camping is permitted on-site.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Carry out all trash, food scraps, and gear. Many parks have limited or no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, or artifacts. They make the park what it is for the next visitor.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Tully Wildlife Refuge as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures, fire-restriction days), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Tully Wildlife Refuge
What can I do at Tully Wildlife Refuge?
Most Snoflo-tracked parks support hiking, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. Check the operator's site for activity-specific rules (camping, fishing, paddling, hunting).
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no. Streamflow comes live from USGS streamgauges.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get to Tully Wildlife Refuge?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the park.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this park, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
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Snoflo-tracked parks within driving distance of Tully Wildlife Refuge.