Witnesses are wanted to help find attackers who left a man with head injuries on Newsome Road.
The attack took place in between 3.20 and 3.40pm on Friday when male occupants from two vehicles became involved in an argument.
One was seen pulling a weapon from out of a car before assaulting another 32-year-old male, causing injuries to his head.
The attacker fled the scene and the victim was rushed to Huddersfield Royal Infirmary.
He left the hospital after treatment and has so far refused to talk with West Yorkshire Police, who cordoned off a stretch of the road and fields leading to Dawson Road.
Detective Inspector Stef Wiseman of Kirklees CID, said: "We are appealing for any witnesses to come forward and help us identify those responsible for the attack.
"Anyone with any information can call the police on 101."
