Laughing Brook Wildlife Sanctuary
- Hampden
- 438 Acres
Plan Your Visit
Fans of Thornton W. Burgess are no strangers to the setting at Laughing Brook—the children’s author wove his tales around the wild animals that live here. The landscape has changed since Burgess called this land home. The “laughing” brook has at times become a roaring river depositing sand used later by turtles, and strong winds have downed trees leaving behind new shelters for salamanders.
Property Regulations
- Foot travel only; please stay on trails (day passes are available for powered mobility devices)
- Dog walking and horseback riding are prohibited; please leave all animals and pets at home (service animals welcome)
- Camping, collecting, smoking, hunting, fishing, releasing of animals, and feeding wildlife is prohibited.
- Commercial photography needs prior approval; please see all photography guidelines.
Facilities
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Upcoming Programs
See all programsTracking and Animal Signs at Laughing Brook
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Laughing Brook Wildlife Sanctuary, Hampden
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Saturday, January 18
10:00-11:30am
Families - children 5 - 12 years
Tracking and Animal Signs at Laughing Brook
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Laughing Brook Wildlife Sanctuary, Hampden
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Saturday, February 15
10:00-11:30am
Families - children 5 - 12 years
Vernal Pools at Laughing Brook
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Laughing Brook Wildlife Sanctuary, Hampden
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Saturday, March 15
10:00-11:30am
Families - children 4 - 12 years
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