Harold Parker State Forest

Address

Park Headquarters
305 Middleton Road, North Andover, MA 01845
Campground entrance, 133 Jenkins Road, Andover, MA 01810

Phone

Headquarters (978) 686-3391
Seasonal Station (978) 475-7972
Accessible
Dogs Allowed
Historic site

Details   of Harold Parker State Forest

Overview   of Harold Parker State Forest

Harold Parker State Forest is a located in Andover, Mass, only an hour north of Boston. With 35 miles of trails, 11 ponds, and dozens of campsites, there’s something in this Central Hardwood-Hemlock-White Pine forest for everyone.

Hours   for Harold Parker State Forest

Sunrise to sunset

Parking   at Harold Parker State Forest

Daily parking fee charged May 14 weekend through October 30

MA resident  $5

Non-MA resident  $20

Resident and non resident status is determined by the vehicle license plate

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Activities   at Harold Parker State Forest

  • Hiking

    Try the Yellow Diamond Trail, which takes you to and around Salem Pond.
  • Camping

    The Lorraine Park Campground offers 89 campsites for tents, trailers, or R.V.s.

All Activities   at Harold Parker State Forest

  • Hiking
  • Camping
  • Canoeing and kayaking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Horseback riding
  • Mountain biking
  • Biking
  • Ice skating
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Educational programs
  • Boating (non-motorized)
  • Swimming

Facilities   at Harold Parker State Forest

  • Pavilion
  • Picnic areas
  • Playground
  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • Trailer/R.V. dumping

Accessibility   at Harold Parker State Forest

Restrictions   at Harold Parker State Forest

  • No alcohol
  • No littering

More info   for Harold Parker State Forest

Camping costs $17/night for Massachusetts residents and $54/night for non-residents. The camping season typically runs from early May to Columbus Day weekend.

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