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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.**

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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.

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Location

Erving State Forest Campground is located in Massachusetts

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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

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Access

  • Drive-In
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Stay Connected

  • WiFi
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  • Verizon
    Fair
  • AT&T
    Good
  • T-Mobile
    Good

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

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Reviewed Jul. 27, 2020

Hidden Gem ... no cell phone service

General Notes:

After a long day we  did a virtual version of throwing a dart at map to head out and do an overnight camping trip.   Our dart landed on Erving and we literally had never heard of it … so we were … skeptical.   However, we were absolutely delighted by this great spot in the  beautiful Erving State Forest.  

Pros / Cons:  

This is a very small campground with only 27 sites and only 13 sites open during the 2020 / Covid Season. 

Situated by a beautiful lake and access to several hiking trails. 

Although you have good privacy to your left and right - you are not far from your  camping neighbors across the way … and we quickly learned the names of their small children as parents yelled their names almost constantly.   

There is also zero cell service (there is an operational pay phone at the showers) which is fine … but wished we knew ahead of time. 

All pros outweigh the cons.  We'll definitely be returning to this small hidden gem which is also situated by a lovely lake and has fantastic hiking trails.

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Erving State Forest Campground by Tim S., July 27, 2020
Reviewed Jul. 24, 2020

Beautiful beach for those hot summer days

Friends told me about this little gem in north central Massachusetts, not far from Rt 2. The big draw here is the pond, with the public beach on one side and lined with private cabins on the other.  Swimming, boating, fishing, and hiking will keep you busy. There's a separate boat launch at the far end of the road from the beach.

There are only 27 sites, but in 2020 many of the ones served by composting toilets are closed. You need reservations in advance. Fees in 2020 are only $17 for MA residents, but $55 for out-of-staters.

Campsites are laid out in a linear fashion along a one-way road that leaves from the parking area. It's a bit of an uphill hike from the beach to the campsites. Sites are large, wooded, generally level. It was quiet with a lot of families. I took site pictures, but for the closed sites, the numbers were not posted.

Download your maps for offline use! Cell connection was horrible heading up here.

Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Erving State Forest Campground by Jean C., July 24, 2020
  • Review photo of Erving State Forest Campground by Jean C., July 24, 2020
  • Review photo of Erving State Forest Campground by Jean C., July 24, 2020
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Reviewed Jun. 22, 2016

Laurel Lake Erving

We grew up going to Laurel Lake and camping out there. It’s a great place to tent camp and a very relax quiet place to spend a long weekend.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Erving State Forest Campground have RV hookups?

According to TheDyrt.com, Erving State Forest Campground has 30 amp and 50 amp electric hookups, water hookups and sewer hookups.

What is the max vehicle length at Erving State Forest Campground?

Erving State Forest Campground allows vehicles up to 16 feet.

Are fires allowed at Erving State Forest Campground?

Yes, according to campers on TheDyrt.com, fires are allowed at Erving State Forest Campground, although make sure to check current fire restrictions in the area.

How hard is it to get a campsite at Erving State Forest Campground?

Some campers book as far as 6 months in advance, so on high-demand weekends it can be very difficult to get a campsite at Erving State Forest Campground. If you want to get a last-minute campsite at Erving State Forest Campground, try setting up a text message Alert at TheDyrt.com/alerts

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