📜 196-acre open space preserve in West Brookfield, Massachusetts.🔍 Named for a natural rock shelter, features glacially formed outcroppings, Carter Pond, and a Trailside Museum. # Why Go 🏞️ Explore unique geological formations like Balance Rock and Rock House Shelter🚶 Enjoy 3 miles of hiking trails and woods roads🐴 Horseback riding and cross-country skiing permitted on designated paths🦆 Observe diverse wildlife including wild turkeys and painted turtles📚 Visit the Trailside Museum and learn about history # Why Avoid 🚧 Parking lot may not be plowed for 24-72 hours after winter storms⚠️ Some trails prone to erosion, especially the Fire Road🚫 Hunting not allowed on Sundays # Tips 📸 Photographers conducting portrait sessions should become Contributing Level Members🗺️ Download or photograph a trail map for reference🐕 Dogs welcome, must be leashed or under voice control # Cost 💰 Free admission to all. # Hours 🕒 Open daily, sunrise to sunset. # 🅿️ Parking Parking for 12 cars available off Route 9. During Route 9 construction, use Pierce Road parking lot.