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A view of Brightwood Park from the air - a Green Oasis

Surrounded by suburban development, Brightwood Park’s trees stand as an oasis. This patch of trees cleanses our air, provides oxygen to breathe, filters underground water, and provides shelter for all kinds of wildlife.
It is why we are so passionate about these 44 acres!

Photograph by Lisa Cladis

Photo Galleries

If you've missed getting up to the park, here are some reminders of how beautiful each season can be. Photos by Chaun-Chu Chou, unless noted. Also see his blog.

Week on November 13

Week on November 6

The flower bed in the middle of the parking lot is loaded with bees stocking up on the last of this year’s nectar.

Thanks for the photos, Kevin Redden! 11/6/22

Jack in the Pulpit

Thanks to Thomas Mann, for many of these photos.

Entrance from Prospect St

Plaque near Prospect St entrance

Trail near Prospect St Entrance

Pond and Island

One of the benches on the path

Pond view from trail

Columbine

Location

Brightwood Park is on the North end of Prospect Street. Go past Franklin School and look for the entrance on the left.

What Our Members Are Saying

"I love the work you are doing at Brightwood. Your efforts have shone a light on the essential elements of the park that we all cherish: its natural beauty and tranquility."

"I have a deep fondness for Brightwood park and would like to see it restored, remain natural and continue to be a site of passive recreation."

"I loved growing up in Brightwood Park !"

"I found Brightwood a few years ago and it's a great place to find wildlife, fish, and enjoy nature. Nice and quiet; good place to un wind and relax. Love it!!!"

"As a resident for almost thirty years in the Brightwood area of Westfield, I am thrilled to see what is happening to improve and preserve Brightwood park for today and future generations. "

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