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Myles Standish State Forest
Details of Myles Standish State Forest
Overview of Myles Standish State Forest
Myles Standish State Forest offers plenty of year-round activities for the entire family. If you’re looking for a place to camp, swim, or explore the outdoors, this southeastern park is for you.
Hours for Myles Standish State Forest
Sunrise to sunset
Parking at Myles Standish State Forest
Day use parking May 25 through September 2
Daily parking fees:
MA residents $8
Non-MA residents $30
Resident and non resident status is determined by the vehicle license plate
Activities at Myles Standish State Forest
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Camping
Bring your trailer, R.V. or tent and grab a site near one of four beautiful ponds. On-site parking is also available for most campsites. -
Swimming
If you’re visiting for the day, head to College Pond for a swim. Other activities include picnicking, fishing and canoeing. -
Horseback riding
If you don’t want to leave your horse behind your next camping trip, Charge Pond has an area set aside for horse camping. If you’re looking to ride, Myles Standish offers 35 miles of equestrian trails. -
Hiking & walking
Travel deep into the full forest of pine and oak trees along 13 miles of hiking trails.
All Activities at Myles Standish State Forest
- Biking
- Boating (non-motorized)
- Camping
- Canoeing and kayaking
- Cross-country skiing
- Educational programs
- Fishing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Hunting
- Sailing
- Snowmobiling
- Swimming
Facilities at Myles Standish State Forest
Accessibility at Myles Standish State Forest
- Accessible camping
- Accessible fishing with beach mat at Fearing Pond
- Accessible restrooms
- Beach wheelchairs available (please note that College Pond restrooms are not accessible)
- Beach mat
Restrictions at Myles Standish State Forest
- No off-road vehicles
- Keep off pond shores where posted
- No alcohol
- No littering