Otter River State Forest

Address

86 Winchendon Road, Baldwinville, MA 01436
Dogs Allowed

Details

Overview

Otter River State Forest is a popular summer destination for a day trips and camping. You can hike, mountain bike, and swim.
Due to recent weather conditions, snowmobile trails are closed until further notice.

Hours

Sunrise to sunset

Parking

Daily parking fees from May 24 through September 1

MA residents   $8

Non-MA residents   $30

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

Get a parking pass for Massachusetts state parks

Get a lifetime senior parking pass (MA residents)

Activities

  • Camping

    Otter River offers 76 campsites, 4 yurts, and 3 group sites.
  • Swimming

    Take a dip in Beaman Pond.

All Activities

  • Camping
  • Cross-country skiing
  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Hunting
  • Educational programs
  • Mountain biking
  • Snowmobiling
  • Swimming

Facilities

Accessibility

Restrictions

  • Only 1 vehicle may be parked at your campsite.
    • Overflow lot located near Contact Station.
  • Swimming allowed from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
  • Swimming allowed at designated buoy areas only.
  • No alcohol
  • No littering
  • Dogs must remain on-leash

Read the rules for hunting in state parks

More info

Camping is $17/night for Massachusetts residents and $54/night for non-residents. Small yurts are $45/night for Massachusetts residents and $120/night for non-residents. Large yurts are $54/night for Massachusetts residents and $140/night for non-residents. 

Walk-in campsite reservations are allowed, but it is recommended that you call ahead to check availability.

Reserving the pavilion costs $65.

Read more about camping at Otter River State Forest.

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