Pittsfield State Forest spreads across the hills of western Massachusetts, and the campground set within it sits well back from the main road, deep enough into the woods that road noise largely disappears. The layout is split: sites 1 through 9 cluster near Berry Pond and are served by a pit toilet, while the remaining sites sit about 1.5 miles south along a loop road with access to a bathhouse. That division matters when booking, since the walk to facilities can be long and dark if you arrive late. Sites are spread across a large area, and many are shaded by trees that provide some separation between neighbors, though the sites themselves can be rocky and uneven.
The bathhouse draws consistent praise from reviewers. Staff clean it daily, and it includes four private shower rooms, outdoor showers, and a dishwashing station. Hikers get good mileage out of the internal loop road, which runs over four hilly miles and tops out with open sightlines from the ridge. Fishing and swimming are also available, and the campground is within driving range of Mount Greylock for day trips.
"Staff cleaned daily," notes Lourdes, who also found the bathhouse well-equipped. Weekdays tend to run quieter than weekends. Campers with RVs can access electric, water, and sewer hookups. Nearby, Pittsfield State Forest at Bishop Field provides another option within the same forest system. Reservations are available and advisable for summer weekends; the season runs mid-May through mid-October.
Description
This 40-site campground offers a camping area at the base of Berry Mountain with a modern accessible comfort station; and a second primitive area atop the mountain. Miles of hiking trails, a swimming area and 16 miles of ATV and OHV trails ensures there is something for everyone.
<u>Please read the important information below, prior to making a reservation.</u>
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. NO WALK-IN CAMPING ALLOWED.
ATTENTION: NO DUMP STATION OR ELECTRICAL HOOKUPS!
Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in all Massachusetts state parks and campgrounds.
<font color="blue">Campsite Fees at Pittsfield State Forest $17 for MA resident / $54 for non-resident, and at Limited Service Sites: $14 for MA resident / $40 for non-resident. THERE IS AN $4.50 NON-REFUNDABLE TRANSACTION CHARGE FOR EACH RESERVATION MADE.</font>
This campground has a meeting room that is reservable. The fee is $50. A Special Use permit will be required for anything more than a picnic, such amplified music, use of a caterer, fundraising event, etc. Please no balloons. Please apply today Parking fees, $5 for in state and $20 for non-MA residents are required for each vehicle when renting the ski lodge meeting room.
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. <u>Day of arrival cancellations</u> 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.
Warning 3 Alerts are In Effect
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Warning 3 Alerts are In Effect
There are 3 alerts for this campground. Camp safely!
April 1 through Labor Day Monday, the booking window will be open for new inventory at 8 am ET daily. During the off season, inventory opens at 9 am on weekdays and 10 am on weekends.
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.
**Walk-in Registrations are not permitted. Advance Reservations can be made same day up until 2 pm on date of arrival.**
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsPittsfield State Forest Campground is located in Massachusetts near Hancock
Directions
From East or West: Take Massachusetts Turnpike (Rte. 90) to Exit 2 (Lee) to Rte. 20 West. Follow signs into park. Turn right onto Hungerford Street, then left onto West Street. Make a right onto Church Hill Street and follow the signs to the park. The Cascade Street entrance is hidden on the left side of the road, if you reach the Dan Casey Causeway then you have gone too far. From North or South: Take Rte. 7 to Rte. 20 West. Follow signs into park. Turn right onto Hungerford Street, then left onto West Street. Make a right onto Church Hill Street and follow the signs to the park. The Cascade Street entrance is hidden on the left side of the road, if you reach the Dan Casey Causeway then you have gone too far. Campground Address: 1041 Cascade Street Pittsfield, MA 01201 Campground Phone Number: 413-442-8992
Address
1041 Cascade Street
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Coordinates
42.50400027 N
73.32000074 W
Connectivity
T-MobileNo Coverage
VerizonLTESome Coverage
AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- VerizonLTESome Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
Features
For Campers
- Reservable
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- 30 Amp Hookups
- 50 Amp Hookups
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 21 min from Pittsfield, MA
- 1 hr 4 min from Albany, NY
- 1 hr 18 min from Springfield, MA
- 1 hr 26 min from Amherst Center, MA
