Willard Brook State Forest

Address

Headquarters
599 Main St on RT 119, West Townsend, MA 01474
Dogs Allowed

Details

Overview

Willard Brook State Forest sits on 2,597 acres near Townsend, MA. Visitors can enjoy a variety of activities, including, hiking, and cross-country skiing.

Hours

Sunrise to sunset

Campground office (late May to early September)

Sunday - Saturday:
9:00 am-10:00 pm

Parking

Parking available

Activities

  • Camping

    Willard Brook offers 21 campsites and one group yurt
  • Hiking

    Try the Friends Trail Loop, a 4-mile trail that connects Willard Brook with Pearl Hill State Park. Hikers should plan for at least a 3-hour adventure.

All Activities

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

Facilities

  • Educational programs
  • Picnic views
  • Restrooms
  • Grills

Accessibility

Restrictions

  • No alcohol
  • No littering
  • Dogs must remain on-leash
  • Dogs are not allowed at yurt campsites

Read the rules for hunting in state parks

More info

Camping is $14/night for Massachusetts residents and $40/night for non-residents. The large yurt (sleeps 10-12 people) is $90/night for Massachusetts residents and $230/night for non-residents. 

Learn more about camping at Willard Brook State Forest

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