Rte. 112, Petersham
978 939-8962

The Massachusetts Federation of Women's Club State Forest lies in Petersham and New Salem on Route 122. Its 984 acres stretch to the south and west in the watershed of the Quabbin Reservoir. Please Note that NO pets are allowed on DCR Watershed Property.  Groves of pine and stands of maple, birch and hemlock invite the visitor along the wooded roads. The road along Fever Brook is outstanding for its scenery. A wildlife sanctuary compromising 140 acres has been set aside in the center of the forest, and a dam on Fever Brook holds back sufficient water to attract migrating and native wild fowl. In the southwest section is the forest's chief geological feature, the Gorge.

Campground Map

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Things to know before you go…

• Limited Service campsites are available on a first come/first serve basis. Register at Otter River State Forest.

• Please Note that NO pets are allowed on DCR Watershed Property

Park Directions
Federated Women's Club State Forest is located in mid-central Massachusetts.

From north or south: Take Rte. 202 to Rte. 122. Follow signs.

From the east: Take Route 2 West to the Route 202 South Exit off of Route 2, go right off this exit then take a left onto Route 122, follow Route 122 the Park entrance is on your right at the New Salem town line.

From the West: Take Route 2 East to the Route 202 South exit off of Route 2, go left off the ramp and follow 202 South till you see Route 122, take this left and follow approx. 2 miles, campground will be on your right at the New Salem town line.