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Established Camping

Pittsfield State Forest

Closed For the Season

This campground is closed for the season from October 10, 2024 through May 11, 2025.

Pittsfield State Forest, near Hancock, Massachusetts, is a fantastic spot for campers looking to unwind in nature. With a mix of tent and RV sites, it offers a laid-back atmosphere where you can kick back and enjoy the great outdoors.

The campground is known for its clean facilities, including well-maintained bathrooms and showers that visitors rave about. Many campers appreciate the spacious sites, which provide a good amount of privacy, especially in the quieter weekdays. One visitor mentioned, “The campsites are spread out over a big area,” making it easy to find your own little slice of peace.

If you’re up for some adventure, there are beautiful hiking trails nearby, and the stunning views at Berry Pond are worth the trek. Campers have enjoyed the scenic sunsets and the tranquility of the woods, with one noting, “It was VERY quiet. No road noise at this campground!”

With a no-alcohol policy and a pet-friendly environment, it’s a great choice for families and those looking to connect with nature. Whether you’re here for a weekend or a longer stay, Pittsfield State Forest has the charm and amenities to make your camping experience memorable.

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Location

Pittsfield State Forest is located in Massachusetts

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Directions

Recreational Vehicle Route: Clearance at Hungerford Ave. bridge is 12 ft. Follow this alternative route. From East or West/MassPike (I-90): Take Exit 2 in Lee and follow U.S. Rte. 20 west for 11 miles to downtown Pittsfield. At lights, keep left, and turn left onto U.S. Rte. 20 west for 0.1 mile, keep right, and turn right onto Center Street. Continue for 0.1 mile and turn left at lights onto West Street. Drive 0.1 mile to the next intersection turn left, and continue to follow West Street for 2.1 miles to Churchill Street. Turn right onto Churchill Street and continue for 1.7 miles to Cascade Street, turn left and follow the brown lead-in signs to the park.

Coordinates

42.50400027 N
73.32000074 W

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Access

  • Drive-In
    Park next to your site
  • Walk-In
    Park in a lot, walk to your site.

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Site Types

  • Tent Sites
  • RV Sites
  • Standard (Tent/RV)
  • Group

Features

For Campers

  • Market
  • ADA Access
  • Trash
  • Picnic Table
  • Firewood Available
  • Phone Service
  • Reservable
  • Showers
  • Drinking Water
  • Toilets
  • Pets
  • Fires

For Vehicles

  • Sanitary Dump

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8 Reviews

Reviewed Jul. 30, 2021

Great camping during covid

we camped during the summer of 2020 and due to covid they were only at partial capacity. This was great for us because we had a lot more privacy than we otherwise would, as the sites are mostly in a wide-open field. The bathrooms were very nice and seemed like they were brand new.

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Month of VisitJuly
  • Review photo of Pittsfield State Forest by Drew Q., July 30, 2021
  • Review photo of Pittsfield State Forest by Drew Q., July 30, 2021
  • Review photo of Pittsfield State Forest by Drew Q., July 30, 2021
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Reviewed Jul. 10, 2020

Great facilities super friendly staff

Stayed here7/2020.  Great job distancing for Covid.  "Comfort station" well maintained.  Campsites are rocky, had to re arrange tent to get off rock.  Beautiful sunsets up at Pond, you can get primitive campsites there.  Great hiking in forest, saw a few mt. Bikers.  Quick drive to mt.greylock.  Park staff were so friendly! Sorry to hear budget cuts might close this next year.

Reviewed Sep. 30, 2019

Nice and quiet campground in the woods

Once again, we arrived after dark (the days are way too short in the fall)! and although Google Maps guided us correctly to this campground, we also appreciated the very good signage directing us! This campground is set way back in the woods and except for the hooting owl and an occasional barking dog from other campers, it was VERY quiet. No road noise at this campground! 

The campsites are spread out over a big area. Sites 1-9 are located near Berry Pond and are serviced by a pit toilet. The rest are about 1.5 miles south on the loop road. We were originally in site 29 but we would have had to walk through a path in the woods to get to the bathroom; since it was dark when we arrived, we were happy to switch to Site 32, much closer. Our site was level but not all of them appeared to be so. Many trees provide privacy. It looked like the restroom/shower building was fairly new and it was very clean. There is also a group campground and day-use areas.

The next morning, I set off to walk the loop road, thinking it would be a couple of miles at most. Surprise– it was over four miles and HILLY! I got a good workout, but it was a beautiful walk. The reward was seeing Berry Pond and the view when I finally reached the top of the hill. Wish we had more time to take a hike or explore the area more.

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Month of VisitSeptember
  • Review photo of Pittsfield State Forest by Lee D., September 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pittsfield State Forest by Lee D., September 30, 2019
  • Review photo of Pittsfield State Forest by Lee D., September 30, 2019
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Reviewed Jul. 12, 2019

Peace and Quiet

Stayed in a campsite near the road and the brook. It was clean and quiet. The road was right next to the site, but most drivers were respectful and drove slow.

The bathrooms and showers were phenomenal. A treat at the end of the day to take a shower before crawling in.

I appreciated that this state park had pockets of campsites and group sites. We were not all in one place.

The weekdays seem quieter than the weekends.

  • Review photo of Pittsfield State Forest by Tiff H., July 12, 2019
  • Review photo of Pittsfield State Forest by Tiff H., July 12, 2019
Reviewed Mar. 29, 2019

It was ok

The group site was nice and secluded. Was not a fan of taps being played every night, gave off a very creepy vibe my kids weren't into. Not much to do. Loved the salamanders though!

  • Review photo of Pittsfield State Forest by Allison M., March 29, 2019
  • Review photo of Pittsfield State Forest by Allison M., March 29, 2019
Reviewed Aug. 3, 2018

great place

very cool campground that offers a different variety for different people. the peak area is more private but further from showers and would require a drive. enjoy

Reviewed Jun. 19, 2018

Family and Pet Friendly Campground

We reserved a groupsite down by a stream and pond. It had a large common area surrounded by little pockets which made great tent sites. Beautiful site! Other campsites were far enough away that we felt like we had the place to ourselves.

Month of VisitSeptember

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How much does it cost to camp at Pittsfield State Forest?

    Camping at Pittsfield State Forest can cost between $17.00 and $100.00 depending on the site.

  • Are fires allowed at Pittsfield State Forest?

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