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 Memorial Day weekend through October 31

MA resident $5

Non-MA resident $10

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

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Activities at Harold Parker State Forest

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

Accessible beaches
- Available beach wheelchairs
Accessible camping
Accessible education programs
Accessible fishing
Accessible picnicking
Accessible restrooms
Accessible trails
Accessible swimming

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 $27/night for non-residents. The camping season typically runs from early May to Columbus Day weekend.

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