Pittsfield State Forest, MA

This 40-site campground offers a camping area at the base of Berry Mountain with a modern accessible comfort station; and a second primitive area atop the mountain. Miles of hiking trails, a swimming area and 16 miles of ATV and OHV trails ensures there is something for everyone.

Geography:

Cascading streams and flowering shrubs abound in Pittsfield State Forest. Twenty acres of wild azalea fields are a profusion of pink blossoms in early June. Fishermen frequent scenic Berry Pond, one of the highest natural water bodies in the state at 2,150 feet in elevation. The vista from the top of Berry Mountain, accessible by auto road from April to December, is a striking panorama and a great place to watch the sunset.

Recreation:

Thirty miles of trails encourage visitors to escape into the quiet of the state forest which follows the crest of the Taconic Mountain Range separating Massachusetts and New York. Access is available at several locations to the Taconic Crest Trail a 35 mile long hiking trail. The paved three-quarter mile Tranquility Trail is popular with visitors who favor its smooth surface. An accessible picnic area and restroom are located nearby.

Pittsfield State Forest is one of DCR's recreation areas for ATVs and OHVs. Before riding read more at:Off Highway Vehicle page or call (413)358-2172.

Facilities:

This campground has two camping areas, one with a modern, accessible bathhouse that offers hot showers and flush toilets and one primitive area (near Berry Pond) with accessible composting toilets only. Be sure to reserve the right area! Each campsite is provided with a picnic table, fire ring and food storage locker.
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There are no hookups or dumping station available at this campground.

Be bear aware: Don't forget you are in Black Bear country. Never physically confront, feed, torment or throw anything at bears. Take appropriate precautions by storing food and toiletries in the food storage lockers provided. Never store these items in your tent.

A ski lodge meeting room is located by the day use area. The facility can be reserved through ReserveAmerica, and includes a small kitchen in the side room and wooden tables with benches in the main room. The rental does not include the daily parking fee of $5 for MA residents and $20 for non MA residents. Please be advised, the rental of this facility is generally for a self-catered picnic or simple gathering. Should you be interested in having a caterer, amplified music, a bounce house, fundraising event, etc. you will need to secure permission via a special event permit. There is a $45 non-refundable application fee, a Certificate of Liability Insurance will be required and you will be need to submit a Covid-19 Compliance Plan stating how you will meet the Governor’s guidelines. For more information, please visit: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-a-state-parks-special-use-permit

Nearby Attractions:

While in the area, be sure to visit other nearby DCR properties: Balance Rock State Park is located in the northeast corner of Pittsfield State Forest. Here a huge 165-ton limestone boulder is balanced precariously upon bedrock, a natural curiosity. Other nearby attractions include: October Mountain State Forest, Mt. Greylock State Reservation, Beartown State Forest. For more information please click here

Booking Window

Thu Sep 19 2024 - Sun Jan 19 2025

Reservations can be made up to 4 Month(s) prior to your arrival date.

Season Dates

Season Schedule

Park Season

Start

End

Peak

Thu May 16 2024

Sun Oct 13 2024

Services and Amenities

Within Park

Accessible
Accessible Restrooms
Bicycling (Mountain)
Boating (Non-Motorized)
Comfort Station
Fishing
Group Day-Use
Hiking

Horse Trails
Hunting
Interpretive Programs
Off Road Vehicles
Ranger Station
Restrooms
Scenic Viewing Area
Swimming

Fees and Cancellation Policies

Special Policy Applicable to this Facility

Please read our Fees and Cancellation Policies

Reservations must be in the name of the primary occupant.
Reservations with departure dates outside the 4-month maximum window cannot be changed or canceled until 18 days after the reservation was made.
If you choose to cancel or change your reservation, a $10 fee will be charged. The reservation transaction fee is non-refundable. Refunds of $5 or less cannot be processed.
If you leave early, please checkout at the contact station.
Cancellations made on the day of arrival must be made by calling the campground and will result in the loss of the first night's camping fee plus a $10 cancellation fee.
If you are unable to arrive on your scheduled arrival date, you must call the campground and let them know. Failure to contact the park by 8 a.m. the morning following your scheduled arrival date may result in your campsite being reassigned to another camper and forfeiture of fees paid.

Getting There

GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
42.48583, -73.30222
42°29'9"N, 73°18'8"W

From East or West:

Take Massachusetts Turnpike (Rte. 90) to Exit 2 (Lee) to Rte. 20 West. Follow signs into park. Turn right onto Hungerford Street, then left onto West Street. Make a right onto Church Hill Street and follow the signs to the park. The Cascade Street entrance is hidden on the left side of the road, if you reach the Dan Casey Causeway then you have gone too far.

From North or South:

Take Rte. 7 to Rte. 20 West. Follow signs into park. Turn right onto Hungerford Street, then left onto West Street. Make a right onto Church Hill Street and follow the signs to the park. The Cascade Street entrance is hidden on the left side of the road, if you reach the Dan Casey Causeway then you have gone too far.

Campground Address:
1041 Cascade Street
Pittsfield, MA
01201

Campground Phone Number:
413-442-8992

Contact Information

Mailing Address:

Pittsfield State Forest
1041 Cascade Street
PITTSFIELD MA 01201

Phone Number:

Information: (413)442-8992

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