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Brightwood Park offers 1.4 miles of hiking/walking trails through undisturbed woods and around a large pond.

As Noel Taylor noted in his 1981 book on the local plants and animals, Brightwood is a

"quiet sanctuary for all lovers of nature where one can relax and listen to the sounds of nature, enjoy it's beauty or begin to understand the lesson that man depends on wildlife for survival."

Mr Taylor's book still remains an excellent guide to Brightwood.

View 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

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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View from the air​ a Green Oasis

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View from the air

a Green Oasis