Parks and walking trails
West Bridgewater State Forest & West Meadows WMA
West Bridgewater, MA (entry near West Meadow Pond/Dam)
250-acre forest and wetlands for hiking, hunting, fishing, kayaking, and wildlife watching
More info: https://www.mass.gov/locations/west-bridgewater-state-forest
West Bridgewater Rail Trail
Near Town Hall, 65 North Main Street, West Bridgewater, MA 02379
Former railroad corridor converted into a flat walking and biking trail through woods and wetlands
More info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Bridgewater_Branch
Beaverton Woods Conservation Area
Howard Street near Howard School, West Bridgewater, MA 02379
Forest trail with bog bridges, seasonal pond, and connections to town facilities and the Bay Circuit Trail
More info: https://www.westbridgewaterma.org/recreation/beaverton_woods_conservation_area.php
War Memorial Park
2 River Street, West Bridgewater, MA 02379
Town River park featuring industrial artifacts and historic “Pulpit Rock”
More info: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/War_Memorial_Park_(West_Bridgewater,_Massachusetts)
sports and enrichment
The West Bridgewater Youth Athletic Association (WBYAA) is a volunteer-run, nonprofit organization dedicated to providing youth sports opportunities in West Bridgewater, MA. Serving boys and girls in Spring and Fall Soccer, Baseball, Softball, T-Ball, and Basketball, WBYAA focuses on developing athletic skills, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment. Programs are supported by parent volunteers and affiliated with local school and community facilities, ensuring accessible recreation and positive youth development.
Founded as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, the association is guided by a volunteer Board of Directors and organized into age-appropriate leagues. Through tournaments, clinics, and camps, WBYAA aims to foster confidence, leadership, and community values through youth athletics.
Contact: PO Box 14, West Bridgewater, MA 02379.
The Bridgewater Dome, formerly known as the Bridgewater Sports Complex, is a premier indoor athletic facility serving the South Shore and beyond. Open year-round, the Dome offers leagues, tournaments, clinics, and open-play opportunities across a variety of sports, including soccer, basketball, field hockey, lacrosse, softball, and pickleball.
The facility features two full-sized indoor turf fields, a basketball court, elevated spectator viewing areas, a full-service snack bar, pro shop, and rentable event spaces. It is best known for hosting some of the largest and most competitive youth soccer leagues in the region, with programming designed for players of all ages and skill levels.
Whether you’re a competitive athlete, weekend warrior, or looking for a fun place to stay active, the Bridgewater Dome offers a welcoming and well-equipped environment for training, games, and events.
Bridgewater Sports Squirts is a year‑round youth development program designed for children ages 3 to 5 (with “Senior Squirts” for ages 5 to 8). It offers a fun and engaging introduction to team sports through age-appropriate classes, games, and clinics. Programs commonly include soccer, basketball, T-ball, tennis, golf, track & field, and multi-sports sessions, each tailored for early learners.