Habitat: ponds, wetlands, forest

Wildlife to watch for: beaver, mink, duck

Birds commonly found: Wood Duck, Yellow Warbler, Common Yellowthroat, Black-and-white Warbler, Hairy Woodpecker, Barred Owl

The parking lot is on Waterman Hill Road, near the Plainfield Pike intersection.

Hours: Open sunrise to sunset; dogs are prohibited
Trails: 1 mile
Trail Difficulty: Moderate to challenging; it can be a rough, muddy trail when wet.

Waterman Pond Wildlife Refuge boasts 28 acres of forest with a straight trail leading to tranquil Sisson Pond. The pond and surrounding wetlands are home to beavers, minks, and ducks.

Audubon recommends that only able-bodied adults and older children hike this trail as it can be seasonally muddy.