Established Camping
Erving State Forest Campground
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**Walk-in Registrations are not permitted. Advance Reservations can be made same day up until 2 pm on date of arrival.**
Please note all site numbers have changed
Please note that firewood sales are by credit card only, and effective 2021, the cost of firewood is $7 per bundle. Massachusetts prohibits the transportation of firewood or any wood products into or out of any DCR campground.
Erving State Forest offers a camping experience surrounded by wooded terrain and rolling hills. Temperatures range from the 20s in winter to the 80s in summer. Nearby, campers can explore the scenic trails of the Mohawk Trail State Forest and visit the historic French King Bridge.
Description
State Park
The 27-site campground is situated on a hillside above crystal-clear Laurel Lake. The forest offers wonderful park amenities including fishing, swimming and boating and miles of hiking trails. For a real treat, camp in mid-June and enjoy the abundant Mountain Laurels in bloom.
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. NO WALK-IN CAMPING ALLOWED.
- If you have made your pavilion reservation, please call the park to discuss your plans for the day. The office telephone number is (978) 544-3939.
Please read the important information below, prior to making a reservation.
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in all Massachusetts state parks and campgrounds.
Campsite Fees at Erving State Forest $17 for MA resident / $54 for non-resident. THERE IS A $4.50 NON-REFUNDABLE TRANSACTION CHARGE FOR EACH RESERVATION MADE.
Black bears can be visitors to this campground. Bears are wild and can be dangerous. Keep all food, coolers, cooking supplies and equipment in the food storage lockers provided. Do not keep food or toiletries in your tent or camper. Please do not feed or approach bears. This campground has a day use pavilion that is reservable. The fee is $65.
- Please be advised, the rental of this facility is generally for a self-catered picnic or simple gathering. Should you be interested in having a caterer, amplified music, a bounce house, fundraising event, etc. you will need to secure permission via a special event permit. There is a $45 non-refundable application fee, and a Certificate of Liability Insurance will be required. For more information, please visit: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-a-state-parks-special-use-permit
Massachusetts prohibits the transportation of firewood into or out of any DCR campground. Firewood must be purchased at the campground. Transportation of firewood or other wood products, may result in eviction. PLEASE NOTE THAT FIREWOOD SALES ARE BY CREDIT CARD ONLY. EFFECTIVE 2021, THE COST IS $7 PER BUNDLE.
Check-in time is 1:00 to 9:00 pm; check out by 11:00 am. Quiet hours are 10:00 pm to 7:00 am. The use of generators is not permitted during quiet hours except for the purpose of operating a medical device.
Reservation and Occupancy:
Campers and/or camping equipment are limited to 14 cumulative days occupancy in any one park between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Violators of the 14-day limit may have their reservation cancelled and be asked to leave the park.
Reservations must be in the name of the primary occupant, who is at least 18 years of age. A photo ID is required at check- in and must match the name on the reservation. Campsite occupancy is limited to four adults, or two adults and the children in their care. Campsites are limited to two tents, or one tent and one trailer or RV, and two vehicles maximum (including tow trailers) per site.
Reservations with departure dates outside the 4-month maximum window cannot be changed or cancelled until 18 days after the reservation was made. Cancellations and changes will incur a $10 fee. Day of arrival cancellations require a phone call to the campground and will result in the loss of the first night's camping fee, plus the $10 cancellation fee. Reserved campsites will be held until 8:00 am on the day after your scheduled arrival date. If we are not contacted, your reservation will be no-showed resulting in no refund.
Camping with Pets:
Pets are permitted at most campgrounds and there is a limit of four pets per campsite. A current rabies certificate must be presented at check-in. Pets must be leashed at all times and cannot be left unattended. Pets are not permitted in state buildings or when camping in a yurt or cabin.
Location
Erving State Forest Campground is located in Massachusetts
Directions
Erving State Forest **(Camp Office)** 1 Laurel Lake Road (best for GPS) Erving MA 01344 **From North:** Rte. 91 South to exit 27 (Rte. 2 East). Take Rte. 2 East to Erving Center, turn left at the fire station on to Church St. Travel 0.9 mi (road will change to North Street) and turn right on Swamp Rd. The contact station will be 1.5 miles on the right. Erving State Forest signs are located on Rte. 2 (Erving Center), and at junction of North St. and Swamp Rd. **From South:** Rte. 91 North to exit 27 (Rte. 2 East). Follow directions from the North. **From West:** Rte. 2 East to Erving Center. Follow directions from North **From East:** Rte. 2 West to Erving, left on Rte. 2A (East Main St.). Travel 0.7 mi and turn left on Moss Brook Rd. Travel 1.9 miles and bear left on Quarry Rd. The Park entrance is on the left. Travel 0.06 mi to the contact station on the left. Erving State Forest signs are on Rte. 2, Rte. 2A, Moss Brook Rd. and Quarry Rd.
Address
122 Long Pond Road
Warwick, MA 01379
Coordinates
42.60700094 N
72.408 W
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
Stay Connected
- WiFiGood
- VerizonFair
- AT&TGood
- T-MobileGood
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Tent Cabin
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Showers
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Drive Time
- 29 min from Amherst Center
- 51 min from Springfield
- 54 min from Worcester
- 1 hr 21 min from Pittsfield