The 8 Best Forests in Berkshires, Berkshires

September 2, 2021 Oliva Fomby

The Berkshires are home to an impressive collection of cultural and historic sights. Get your fill of music, art and theater at Tanglewood, the Boston Symphony's summer home, MASS MoCA, the country's largest contemporary art center, the Norman Rockwell Museum and the Williamstown Theatre Festival. Recreational opportunities also abound, including snowshoeing, snowboarding, skiing, rafting, kayaking, fishing and golf. The Berkshires are an easy drive, just two and a half hours from Boston and New York.
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1. Mount Washington State Forest

165A East St, South Egremont, MA 01258-9710 +1 413-528-0330 http://www.mass.gov/locations/mount-washington-state-forest
Excellent
25%
Good
75%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

Mount Washington State Forest

Scenic state park that offers 30 miles of hiking trails and a full range of outdoor activities, including wilderness camping, amidst its rugged and mountainous landscape.

2. Mohawk Trail State Forest

Route 2, Charlemont, MA 01339 +1 413-339-5504 http://www.mass.gov/locations/mohawk-trail-state-forest
Excellent
61%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 62 reviews

Mohawk Trail State Forest

More than 6,000 scenic acres offer outdoor enthusiasts lodging in 62 campsites and overnight log cabins, plus a variety of activities including trout-fishing, hiking and picnicking.

Reviewed By cristinah995

This review is for the campground. If you are a nature lover, you will love this campground. Absolutely beautiful. Private sites with lots of trees and shrubs between you and the next campers. The bathrooms were clean and the showers were adequate. If you choose the last loop of the campground, the sites will be right on the river. The middle loop's sites are on higher ground. They provide bear boxes for your food because there is a lot of wildlife in the campground. Firewood is provided there but nothing else (they do have water and a sink at the restrooms) so buy all your supplies before you get there. Walk right from your site to hiking trails. This place is a gem.

3. Savoy Mountain State Forest

260 Central Shaft Rd, Savoy, MA 01247-9656 +1 413-663-8469 [email protected] http://www.mass.gov/locations/savoy-mountain-state-forest
Excellent
48%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 29 reviews

Savoy Mountain State Forest

Reviewed By Kristie617 - Boston, United States

We stayed two nights in Cabin 1 and couldn't recommend it more highly. The cabin themselves are small but functional. Two bunk beds, a wood stove, four chairs and a table. Good spot really store your gear and not have to set up a tent. Cabin 1 is fantastic. The view off of the porch was just breath-taking and we enjoyed the solitude. If you're looking for a way to get "off the grid" without cell service or internet, this is the perfect spot. We really are lucky to have such amazing camping facilities right here in Massachusetts.

4. Hopkin's Memorial Forest

Williamstown, MA +1 413-597-3131
Excellent
71%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
6%
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0%
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

Hopkin's Memorial Forest

5. Beartown State Forest

69 Blue Hill Rd, Monterey, MA 01245 +1 413-528-0904 http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-west/beartown-state-forest.html
Excellent
45%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
5%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 44 reviews

Beartown State Forest

6. Pittsfield State Forest

1041 Cascade St, Pittsfield, MA 01201-1243 +1 413-442-8992 http://www.mass.gov/eea/agencies/dcr/massparks/region-west/pittsfield-state-forest-generic.html
Excellent
50%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
3%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 36 reviews

Pittsfield State Forest

Reviewed By Phil_Houser

There are so many trails, so many beautiful views, lovely ponds, and nice trails for 4 wheeling--there are camping sites

7. Tolland State Forest

410 Tolland Road, Otis, MA 01029 +1 413-269-6002 http://www.mass.gov/dcr/parks/western/toll.htm
Excellent
36%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
4%
Terrible
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4.0 based on 28 reviews

Tolland State Forest

Reviewed By maryellengarcia - Harrison, United States

The blue heart Gilmore hike at Tolland State Forest is an easy hike for all to enjoy. Takes about 45 minutes so a quick hike to squeeze in between a morning and evening activity.

8. Pfeiffer Arboretum At Long Pond

249 Long Pond Rd, Great Barrington, MA 01230-1169

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