Otter River State Forest

Hours for Otter River State Forest

Parking at Otter River State Forest

Daily parking fees from late-May to Columbus Day:

MA residents   $8

Non-MA residents   $15

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)

All Activities at Otter River State Forest

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

Facilities at Otter River State Forest

• Athletic field
• Pavilion
• Picnic area
• Restrooms
• Showers
• Yurts
• Grills

Accessibility at Otter River State Forest

• Accessible restrooms
• Accessible yurts

Restrictions at Otter River State Forest

• 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 for Otter River State Forest

Camping is $17/night for Massachusetts residents and $27/night for non-residents. Small yurts are $45/night for Massachusetts residents and $60/night for non-residents. Large yurts are $55/night for Massachusetts residents and $70/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.