Shawme-Crowell State Forest

Address

42 Main St., Sandwich, MA 02563
Accessible
Dogs Allowed
Historic site

Details of Shawme-Crowell State Forest

Overview of Shawme-Crowell State Forest

This 700-acre pitch pine and scrub oak forest is located on the western end of Cape Cod, and offers more than 15 miles of trails for hiking and horseback riding. Camping is a favorite activity from early summer to the fall.

Hours for Shawme-Crowell State Forest

Dawn to dusk

Campground office

Sunday - Saturday:
8:00 am-10:00 pm

Parking at Shawme-Crowell State Forest

Parking available with campsite. Two parking spots per campsite.

Day use park visitors may  park at the Shawme-Crowell State Forest gate.

Activities at Shawme-Crowell State Forest

Campsite all set up for camping festivities

Camping

With over 285 camping sites in a wooded setting, Shawme is an excellent place to set up camp for your stay in the Cape.
Person in hiking boots trekking of the beaten trail

Hiking

Shawme-Crowell is the perfect start to your exploration of the Cape during any season.

All Activities at Shawme-Crowell State Forest

  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding

Facilities at Shawme-Crowell State Forest

  • Basketball courts
  • Grills
  • Playground
  • Pavilion
  • Picnic areas
  • Restrooms
  • Showers
  • Trailer / R.V. Dumping
  • Nature Center
  • Weddings

Accessibility at Shawme-Crowell State Forest

  • Camping
  • Parking
  • Restrooms

Restrictions at Shawme-Crowell State Forest

  • No alcohol
  • No littering

More info for Shawme-Crowell State Forest

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 $55/night for Massachusetts residents and $140/night for non-residents. 

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