Pomeroy Meadows Conservation Area

Pomeroy Meadows Conservation Area

Easthampton, Massachusetts 01027

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About this Location

Pomeroy Meadows Conservation Area, 16.3 acres, lies on the western edge of Easthampton, with the south branch of the Manhan River forming its western boundary. The majority of the property is wetland, but there is an upland component too.

The Red Maple Forest is the largest community. It includes a section of shrub wetland in the southern half, which is made up of impenetrable silky dogwood and multiflora rose with some Morrow’s honeysuckle as well. A floodplain red maple forest in the northern section is mostly red maple in the canopy with a little elm and ash. There are lots of multiflora roses in the understory. This area also includes a narrow strip along the west boundary that is a mixed hardwood forest with red and black oak, black birch, and maple. Some streams enter into this portion from the east, coming down some steep and muddy ravines.

The conservation status of this property helps retain the integrity of the Manhan River corridor. The Manhan River here is classified as Living Waters Core Habitat and the conservation area itself is included in BioMap Core Habitat.

Features

  • Restrooms on site

  • Wheelchair accessible trail

  • Entrance fee

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Last updated December 1, 2023