Robinson State Park

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Robinson State Park
Westfield River, Robinson State Park

Westfield River, Robinson State Park

location Massachusetts (USA)
surface 3.5 km²
Geographical location 42 ° 6 ′  N , 72 ° 40 ′  W Coordinates: 42 ° 5 ′ 31 "  N , 72 ° 40 ′ 14"  W
Robinson State Park, Massachusetts
Robinson State Park
Setup date 1934
administration Department of Conservation and Recreation
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The Robinson State Park is about 3.5 square kilometers large state park in the US -Bundesstaat Massachusetts . Most of the park, donated to the state in 1934 by John C. Robinson, is in the city of Agawam , with parts of it also in Westfield and West Springfield .

It is administered by the Department of Conservation and Recreation .

Wildlife

The park is home to over 43 tree species, which is why it is said to be the richest in tree species in Massachusetts. In addition to the trees, there are also many wild flowers in the park, most of which are endangered and therefore may not be picked.

There are also some very rare animals in the park, including otters , beavers , deer , coyotes , red foxes , bears , cranes and even moose . There are also some bald eagles in the park.

leisure offers

Even for visitors who are not particularly interested in nature, there are numerous opportunities to relax in the park. There are mountain bike trails, hiking trails , picnic areas, marked fishing spots , canoe rentals and several viewpoints.

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