Camping cabins near Pittsfield, Massachusetts range from basic one-room structures to multi-room accommodations with varying levels of amenities. The region sits at elevations between 1,000-1,400 feet in the Berkshire Mountains, creating distinct seasonal temperature variations with summer highs typically reaching 80°F and winter lows often dropping below 20°F. Most camping areas maintain open seasons from May through mid-October due to the harsh New England winters.
What to do
Hiking trails at October Mountain: Access numerous trails directly from the campground, including the nearby Appalachian Trail. "Beautiful area to hike. Quiet off the beaten path. There are 3 yurts available May-October... Every site has a fire pit and a picnic table. Highly recommend staying here if you are in the area!" noted one October Mountain State Forest Campground visitor.
Swimming at North Pond: Just 45 minutes from Pittsfield at Savoy Mountain State Forest Campground, campers enjoy a designated swimming area. "North Pond was a very peaceful area to enjoy while we stayed at Savoy, but when we attempted to swim at South Pond, we didn't stay very long due to the debris such as broken glass and nails."
Watersports at Clarksburg: Located about 50 minutes from Pittsfield, the pond at Clarksburg offers kayaking opportunities. "We were able to walk a few yards downhill to the waters edge where we launched our kayaks. The pond and the hiking trail around it are beautiful," reports a visitor.
What campers like
Clean facilities: Many campgrounds maintain high cleanliness standards. At Northampton/Springfield KOA, located about an hour from Pittsfield, reviewers note "clean and modern bathrooms and showers." Another visitor commented, "Staff was very nice, adequate amenities."
Waterfront sites: Several campgrounds offer cabin and tent sites near water. At Mohawk Trail State Forest Campground, "The sites are extremely close when down by the river, but the view is awesome. The road is right across the street but you cannot hear it at all and it is covered by the trees and sound of the rushing water."
Privacy options: Sites with varying degrees of seclusion exist throughout the region. At Privacy Campground in Williamstown, "the place lives up to its name. We're not fond of RV parking lots and the sites were well spaced which gets it many extra points."
What you should know
Bear awareness: Bears are present in the region and require proper food storage. "Bear boxes are provided at each site as this is black Bear country," reports a visitor to Savoy Mountain. Similarly, Mohawk Trail provides bear boxes, though one visitor noted "I question how serious they are about the bear problem because the dumpster was not at all secure."
Varied site quality: Campsite quality can vary significantly within the same campground. At Copake Falls Area — Taconic State Park, "A lot of complaints that up front the sites were too close together and this was true, but more towards the back was more spacious and private sites."
Weather considerations: The Berkshire region experiences rapid weather changes. "We had a stream running through our site. The hiking trails were extremely wet and muddy (even before the rain) so we didn't get too explore very much," reported a Clarksburg visitor after heavy rainfall.
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Many campgrounds offer specific children's amenities. Northampton/Springfield KOA provides "a fire truck ride that brings you around the campsite and hay-less rides. There is a pool, there is a playground, there are games of all ages."
Noise levels: Family-oriented campgrounds may be livelier. At Woodford State Park Campground, just across the Massachusetts border, reviewers note: "If you're looking for a quiet spot maybe don't look here. If you have kids and don't mind them making friends and roaming the campground then this is great!"
Swimming options: Look for campgrounds with designated swimming areas. "They have a small pond with swimming beach and a couple was just pulling their kayak out when I arrived," noted a Savoy Mountain visitor, while Woodford State Park offers "a beautiful clean swimmable lake with a walking trail around it."
Tips from RVers
Access considerations: Many cabin rental sites in the Berkshires have challenging access roads. At Savoy Mountain, "don't rely on GPS to get you there, it will put you on the wrong end of the park in the middle of a rural neighborhood. The park is so hard to find that not even a cell signal can get there."
Hookup limitations: Not all campgrounds that accommodate RVs offer full hookups. Mohawk Trail State Forest provides no hookups, but has "a dumping station. The best sites are on the lower loop around the water."
Site placement: RV sites at many campgrounds may be in less private areas. At Dingman's Family Campground, "sites are well spaced and the surrounding area is gorgeous! We had a tent site right on the river and couldn't have been happier with our stay. Each site has a fire pit and a picnic table."
