If you’re planning to camp at a Massachusetts state park this year, the time has come to take action on those plans.
Camping reservations at Massachusetts state parks will open to the public on Wednesday, February 18 at 9 a.m.
The camping season at Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) campgrounds begins in April and continues through October.
Reservations are available up to four months in advance, and same-day reservations are available until 2 p.m. daily through ReserveAmerica.
Since last season, DCR has made several improvements to its campsites including the new yurts at both Clarksburg State Park and Nickerson State Park.
DCR officials said anyone interested in camping at Mount Greylock State Reservation or the Boston Harbor Islands should monitor DCR’s website and social media accounts for updates on the camping schedule.
Savoy Mountain State Forest’s campground will close on July 31 due to construction of a new bathhouse.
This season, Washburn Island will be available for camping on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights. The campground at Washburn Island is accessible by private boat only. There is no on-site parking at the Waquoit Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve or at the Town of Falmouth parking lot at White’s Landing. Campers are responsible for finding suitable parking arrangements.
Yurts can be reserved at Myles Standish State Forest, Nickerson State Park, October Mountain State Forest, Clarksburg State Park, Otter River State Forest, Shawme Cromwell State Forest, Wells State Park and Willard Brook State Forest. Cabins can be rented at Mohawk Trail State Forest and Savoy Mountain State Forest. For more information on camping in cabins and yurts visit DCR’s cabin and yurt camping webpage.
