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Best Campgrounds near Becket, MA

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Nestled in the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, campground options around Becket include both established campgrounds and state forest camping experiences. October Mountain State Forest Campground provides sites with varying levels of privacy arranged on different tiers of a hillside, accommodating tents, RVs, and even offering some yurts. Nearby, the Beartown State Forest Campground provides tent and RV sites with fire rings and tables. Other developed campgrounds in the region include Fernwood Forest Campground, Pittsfield State Forest Campground, and Tolland State Forest Campground, creating a mix of both heavily wooded and lakeside camping experiences within a 20-mile radius.

Many Massachusetts state forest campgrounds operate seasonally from mid-May to mid-October, requiring advance reservations, especially for weekend stays. Facilities vary significantly across the region's campgrounds, with some offering modern amenities like electric hookups, showers, and flush toilets, while others provide more primitive experiences. Out-of-state visitors should note higher camping fees at Massachusetts state parks. Several campgrounds mention providing bear boxes for food storage, indicating the need for proper wildlife precautions. Cell service can be spotty to non-existent in many areas, particularly in the more remote forest settings. A camper noted, "Download your maps for offline use! Cell connection was horrible heading up here."

The proximity to lakes and ponds represents a major draw for campers in the Becket area. Several campgrounds feature swimming areas, boat launches, or waterfront sites that enhance the camping experience. While many campgrounds provide decent privacy between sites, some areas can feel more crowded during peak summer weekends. A review mentioned that "Some of the sites are located on a small rise; I suspect that was appreciated the night 4 inches of rain fell recently." Hiking trails accessible directly from many campgrounds allow for exploration of the surrounding forests without driving to trailheads. Noise concerns vary by location - some campers report the constant hum of a nearby power station at October Mountain, while others highlight the peaceful, quiet nature of more remote forest campgrounds like Clarksburg State Park and the well-maintained cleanliness of facilities.

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Best Camping Sites Near Becket, Massachusetts (162)

    1. October Mountain State Forest Campground

    16 Reviews
    Lenox Dale, MA
    8 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 243-1778

    $17 - $55 / night

    "I tent camped here in night while exploring the fishing in Western Massachusetts. The campsite was peaceful and quiet and mostly tucked into the hillside."

    "Some of the sites are very visible and a few are tucked away into the woods with privacy. Most are pretty close to their neighbors."

    2. Mt. Greylock Campsite Park

    30 Reviews
    Lanesborough, MA
    17 miles
    +1 (413) 447-9419

    $40 - $70 / night

    "Great access to Mt Greylock and LOTS of hiking close by. Staff was so accommodating-always willing to spend time giving recommendations."

    "Great family atmosphere w very positive neighbors and owners... Fantastic. 5 stars"

    3. Fernwood Forest Campground

    6 Reviews
    Hinsdale, MA
    7 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 655-2292

    "Good local access to numerous hiking trails in the area. We’ll certainly go again the future."

    4. Northampton / Springfield KOA

    12 Reviews
    Southampton, MA
    16 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 527-9862

    "We stayed in the cabins and they were clean, and we liked our proximity to the pool."

    "I’m more of a quite, in-the-middle-of-nowhere kind of camper, so I tend to shy away from commercial campgrounds, but it was easier for me to commute from the KOA than from home when work was crazy because"

    5. Bonnie Brae Cabins and Campsites

    6 Reviews
    Lanesborough, MA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 442-3754

    $39 - $95 / night

    "It's a compact,clean campground tucked at the end of a quiet neighborhood street, within walking distance to a lake. Many of the RV site are occupied by seasonal campers, and the sites are well-kept."

    "It’s located off a dead end street . There is a lame right down the street. They have cabins, tent sites and everything sites. Have a small camp store. But downtown Pittsfield very close by."

    6. Tolland State Forest Campground

    5 Reviews
    Tolland, MA
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 269-6002

    $17 / night

    "campground the bathroom was clean and well equipped with toilet paper and soap

    we stayed at site 70 which was very spacious and set back from the road so had more privacy, although site 71 is very close by"

    "The ground at the site was large gravel which was not great in the tent, but walking around it looks like most sites are more dirt and pine needles."

    7. Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) State Forest Campground

    10 Reviews
    Goshen, MA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 268-7098

    $17 - $35 / night

    "There is a campers only beach on upper highland lake that was easy walking distance from the campsite and fishing opportunities there as well."

    "Public beach area is small but you can find your own quiet spot away from the crowd. sites book up quick so reserve early!"

    8. Pittsfield State Forest Campground

    9 Reviews
    Hancock, MA
    17 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 442-8992

    $14 - $35 / night

    "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."

    "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."

    9. Beartown State Forest Campground

    5 Reviews
    Great Barrington, MA
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (413) 528-0904

    $14 / night

    "A pretty spot near the Berkshires. This spot has rustic hikes and good swimming, plus relatively secluded campsites."

    10. Chester Railway Station

    1 Review
    Chester, MA
    6 miles
    Website

    $50 - $100 / night

    "The caboose is stationed on a big grassy field, near a real railroad. It sleeps 4 and you can set up tents outside too.  You hear the trains running at night. Very clean and comfortable."

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  • DThe Dyrt PRO User
    Nov. 2, 2025

    Hinsdale Campground At Thicket Hill Village

    Great quiet place!!

    I stayed at the camp for about 2 months while working up in NH. And it was wonderful big pool and playground for the kids. Plenty of trails close to everything you need. Full hookup site was awesome

  • M
    Oct. 26, 2025

    North-South Lake Campground

    Beautiful grounds HORRIBLE STAFF

    I don’t normally write reviews especially a negative one. We had a very upsetting experience at North-South Lake. We drove over two hours to visit my husband’s childhood campground for the first time with our three kids(ages 5, 7, and 9). When we arrived at the entrance, we were asked if it was a day visit, and we said yes, we were only staying for the day. We paid the fee, received a map, and drove in. My husband was so excited to finally share this place and create memories with our children. Looking for a place to park, we thought we were lucky to find an empty campsite in one of the loops where he used to camp as a child.

    We parked the car hoping to enjoy the view of the lake, take a walk, and maybe make the kids a couple of s’mores before heading home.

     At around 2:15–2:30 p.m., the “SUPERVISOR” in the white Kia approached us in an extremely rude and nasty manner, speaking as if we were committing a serious crime and comparing our situation to“sleeping in someone else’s hotel room.” She asked us if we had a reservation; we said no. She said,“Someone else reserved this spot.” We were very apologetic, embarrassed, and immediately put our stuff in the car. I said they could have told us; we would have moved right away. I’m sorry. 

    She said,“They aren’t supposed to talk to you; that’s why they send me here.” She told us we had ten minutes to leave, waited there while we put our chair, blanket, and s’more cookies in the car, and refused our 9-year-old daughter access to the bathroom while we packed up our three things, and even followed us out of the loop to make sure we didn’t park elsewhere. My daughter came to us crying because the lady told her she couldn’t use the bathroom and had to get in the car. Well, she had an accident in the car right as we were pulling out. 

    We were mortified and apologetic. My husband even offered to leave the firewood we had just purchased for the next campers, but she was dismissive and harsh about that as well. 

    The following day, I called and asked to speak with a manager to explain how we were treated. The manager was just as unfriendly and miserable sounding as the supervisor. I was told they had been looking for us“for hours” and that it’s“common sense” not to park in a campsite. She actually said it’s considered trespassing. So, a friendly warning for first-time visitors: Apparently, if you don’t know that“day use” doesn’t mean“park in any empty campsite,” just for the day, you’re officially a trespassing criminal, at least according to the manager. 

    Reading the website now, I see that check-in for people with reservations is at 2 p.m., which was the time we were trying to make a small fire, so unless someone left their site and returned, it’s unclear how they could have been looking for us“for hours.” We were right there at 2pm. 

    The website also states: Day Use• Anyone who is not camping is a day-user. Day-use hours are from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Day-users are not allowed between 9 p.m. and 7 a.m. 

    We were not camping but didn’t realize we couldn’t park in an empty campsite. I think“common sense” would be to inform DAY USE visitors at the ENTRANCE to use public parking, especially for families or first-time visitors who may not be camping experts. Bottom line: this was my husband’s childhood family spot. We just wanted to take a beautiful fall drive and have a special day with our kids. 

    We understand now that we needed to reserve the parking spot ahead of time, and it was an honest misunderstanding. I would have even offered to pay for the campers’ stay for their trouble. What we wish for is that the staff had approached us respectfully and explained the situation instead of treating us like criminals. Imagine being such a miserable person and working in such a BEAUTIFUL and peaceful place for families. 

    This was meant to be a special family day, honoring memories of my father-in-law and creating new ones with our children. Instead, it became stressful and humiliating. Sadly, this is what our children will remember about the day and about North South Lake

  • Sue B.
    Oct. 24, 2025

    Austin Hawes Memorial Campground — American Legion State Forest

    Great State Forest Campground

    Austin Hawes (also known as American Legion State Forest/Campground) is a great little place in a beautiful part of the State. They have cabins if you want some of the creature comforts, as well as sites suitable for tents or campers. Have camped here before in tents and a pop up, it's right on the Farmington River, so we have gone tubing down the river, swimming and fishing as well. The bathrooms have showers and flush toilets, there are hiking trails in and near the campground, and stores not too far. Sites vary in size and privacy.

  • Sue B.
    Oct. 23, 2025

    Black Rock State Park Campground

    Nah

    If you want to feel like you are camping in the middle of a lawless low income housing project, this is the place for you. We camped next to a woman with 2 pit bulls, which was surprising, given the "no dogs allowed" rule, and were surrounded by people partying despite the "no alcohol" rule. Teens congregate in the bathroom so they could charge their devices but did not appreciate you being there to use the bathroom they clearly took over, and even though it's 2025, I still prefer no boyfriends hanging out in the women's bathroom. Call me whatever. Used to camp here years ago, clearly it has gone downhill. Park Ranger? What's that?

  • AThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 18, 2025

    Zoar Outdoor

    Nice and would like to visit again but not within 12 hours-BOO

    I’m writing this mid-October from western MA. In between homes and looked forward to staying another night, but can not because of a 12 hour advance policy. There were plenty of tent sites available last night. Not a happy camper.

  • Carroll K.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Gus's Gardens Camping

    It was quite and peaceful

    We enjoyed our stay with Gus very much. With the email to confirm our stay, there were excellent directions to get there. It is behind his home by a lake with creek nearby. There is also a hiking trail. We had no problems. If we are in the area again, we would camp here again.  Thanks

  • BThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 16, 2025

    Sage's Revine

    Not highest recommended

    There was a bunch of signs that said no parking so we parked at the entrance to the trailhead. The area itself is beautiful but I believe it is more for tent camping versus cars, overlanding vehicles and RVs.

  • Chelsea B.
    Oct. 6, 2025

    Brookside Campground

    Not a recreational campsite

    Full disclosure, we did not stay here. PLEASE, folks that leave reviews on this app, PLEASE say whether it’s a full-timer campsite or a recreational campsite. We paid for two weeks in advance of arriving at this site based on reviews available on Google and Dyrt. However, when we arrived we were surprised that this was mostly a trailer park. Call me picky, but I really prefer not to camp in an area where folks are living full time. Just not the vibe I’m going for. We decided to leave without staying. We called to see if we could get a refund and they were very kind and it wasn’t a problem. But just be warned… this is not a recreational campsite.

  • Chelsea B.
    Oct. 6, 2025

    Whip O Will Campsites

    Not for recreational campers

    Full disclosure, we did not stay here. PLEASE, folks that leave reviews on this app, PLEASE say whether it’s a full-timer campsite or a recreational campsite. We arrived after leaving another campsite in the area (that was also 100% full timers) and were disappointed to find that this site was all permanent campers with crap everywhere. One site even had a funeral home sign hanging out front of an entire plywood addition to their camper…like what? Call me picky, but I don’t feel entirely comfortable camping for fun next to folks who live in the campground like this. After driving through the super narrow and rutted out roads to the site they recommend, a man came hauling a** into our site (with a beer in his hand) and was saying “hello hellooooo.” Said he was the owner of the campsite and asked if we were staying, we said we were thinking about it, just checking out the available sites (as the lady up front told us to do). TL;DR- bad vibes. Didn’t stay. Be warned this is a full time campsite with crap everywhere. The lady working the office was super nice though.

Guide to Becket

Camping spots near Becket, Massachusetts provide outdoor access in the western Berkshire region where elevations range between 1,200-2,000 feet. The camping season typically runs mid-May through mid-October with summer temperatures averaging 75-85°F during days and dropping to 50-60°F at night. Fall camping brings vibrant foliage colors but requires warmer sleeping gear as nighttime temperatures can drop below freezing.

What to do

Hiking trails from campsites: At October Mountain State Forest Campground, several trails start directly from the camping area. A camper noted, "You have to check out the marsh trail it is absolutely stunning. The camp ground is very close to the local supper market and not much further from a hospital."

Pond swimming access: Tolland State Forest Campground offers a swimming area on Otis Reservoir. "Beautiful clean campground... Small area of sandy beach with a pavilion and grills. Owls hooting every night around midnight," reports a visitor to Tolland State Forest Campground.

Rail trail biking: Located near Mt. Greylock Campsite Park, the Ashuwillticook Rail Trail provides 12.7 miles of paved path. "Great access to Mt Greylock and LOTS of hiking close by. Staff was so accommodating-always willing to spend time giving recommendations," according to a camper at Mt. Greylock Campsite Park.

Fishing options: Many campgrounds provide direct lake access for fishing. At DAR State Forest, "There is a campers only beach on upper highland lake that was easy walking distance from the campsite and fishing opportunities there as well."

What campers like

Privacy between sites: Many campsites offer wooded separation. At Fernwood Forest Campground, "Large sites with trees give lots of privacy. Very clean sites and facilities are cleaned to meet COVID requirements. Very quiet."

Clean facilities: Campground bathrooms receive regular maintenance. A visitor to Daughters of the American Revolution State Forest commented, "The bathrooms were clean and well stocked, but the hand driers were getting old and corroded, but they worked just fine for drying hands."

Night sky viewing: Limited light pollution provides good stargazing. At Pittsfield State Forest, "No road noise at this campground! The campsites are spread out over a big area. Many trees provide privacy."

Accessible water features: Lakes and ponds are major attractions. "We have brought out kayaks and took off right from the site. There are rocks to get into the water but the water is clean and not mucky," reports a Tolland State Forest camper.

What you should know

Out-of-state fee differences: Non-Massachusetts residents pay significantly higher camping fees. A camper at DAR State Forest observed, "I don't mind paying a little extra some places because of being out of state, but paying $54 a night for not even any hookups when MA residents pay $17 is insane."

Limited cell service: Prepare for disconnection at most campgrounds. "Download your maps for offline use! Cell connection was horrible heading up here."

Variable site terrain: Many sites require leveling equipment. At Bonnie Brae Cabins and Campsites, "I could have used leveling blocks because it was hard to find a great spot that was level side to side."

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find campgrounds in Becket, Massachusetts?

While Becket itself has limited camping options, the surrounding Berkshires offer excellent alternatives. October Mountain State Forest Campground is the closest major campground to Becket, featuring tent sites, RV spaces, and a few yurts arranged on different tiers of a hillside. Each level has bath facilities, though some campers note an electrical station noise near certain sites. For additional options, Beartown State Forest Campground in nearby Monterey provides a tranquil woodland setting with drive-in and walk-in access.

When is the best season for camping in Becket?

Late spring through early fall (May-October) offers the best camping conditions in Becket and the Berkshires. Summer provides warm days perfect for water activities, while Clarksburg State Park Campground visitors report particularly clean, peaceful conditions during this peak season. Fall brings spectacular foliage, making Pittsfield State Forest Campground especially scenic with its colorful Berkshire vistas. Campgrounds typically operate from Memorial Day through Columbus Day, with some extending slightly longer depending on weather conditions. Winter camping is limited as most facilities close due to snow and freezing temperatures.

What outdoor activities are available near Becket camping areas?

The Becket area offers diverse outdoor recreation opportunities. Fishing enthusiasts can enjoy the streams and lakes throughout the region, with Mohawk Park Campground & Restaurant being particularly popular among anglers. Hiking trails abound in the surrounding Berkshire Mountains, with Mohawk Trail State Forest Campground providing access to scenic paths just off Route 2. Other popular activities include kayaking, canoeing, swimming, mountain biking, wildlife viewing, and during winter months, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.

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