Massachusetts Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC)

Woodland view at Mohawk Trail SF

Cold River Road
Mohawk Trail/Rte. 2 Charlemont
(413) 339-5504

A clear, cold river cascades through Mohawk Trail State Forest along a rocky streambed. One of the most scenic woodland areas in Massachusetts, the state forest offers visitors a taste of real wilderness in a rustic setting. Over 6,000 acres of mountain ridges, deep gorges and tall old-growth trees support a diversity of plant and animal life. 47 wooded campsites are available seasonally, and six overnight log cabins are available year-round.
Discover miles of rivers and streams for excellent trout fishing, a swimming area, and a day-use picnic area. The state forest is located along and named for the Mohawk Trail a historic Native American foot path that connected the Connecticut and Hudson River Valleys. Sections of this route are open for hiking today as the Mahican-Mohawk Trail.

Campground Map

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Trail Map
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Things to know before you go...

• The forest is open from sunrise until sunset, year-round. A $5 fee per vehicle is charged from May through mid-October. Parking is free for ParksPass holders, Handicapped, disabled veteran plates, and seniors 62 and above with the Massachusetts Senior Pass.
  
  

• Camping Season: is from Midy-May through Mid-0ctober. Reservations are suggested.
  
  

• Campground Office Hours: 8am–10pm
  
  

• Cabins: are available year-round and accommodate 3-5 people. Reservations are required. Pets are prohibited in cabins and on the cabin sites.
  
  

• Recreational Vehicles: up to 30 ft. vehicles are permitted on designated sites.
  

• 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 with food so as not to attract bears.
  
  

• Pets are permitted on tentsites only. Pets are prohibited in cabins and on the cabin sites. Must be on a 10-foot maximum leash and attended at all times. Must have proof of current Rabies vaccine. Please be courteous and clean up after your pet.
  
  

• Prohibited: Motorized off-road vehicles and alcoholic beverages.

Park Directions

Important:  If using a GPS, please use "Cold River Road" as the address.

Mohawk Trail State Forest is located in the northern Berkshires of western Massachusetts.

From North, South and East/I-91: From I-91 take Exit 26 in Greenfield and follow Rte. 2 west for 21 miles. The park entrance is on the right, 4 miles west of Charlemont center.

From the West/Rte 2: From downtown North Adams follow MA Rte. 2 east for 15.5 miles. The park entrance is on the on the left at the bottom of a steep grade.

Other State Parks
Savoy Mountain State Forest also offers year-round cabin camping.