Beartown State Forest

Closed — Closed for the season. The campground operates from Memorial Day weekend through late October. Reservations required during the camping season via Reserve America.

About

Beartown State Forest campground is a small, primitive camping area featuring 12 campsites nestled near Benedict Pond in the heart of the Berkshires. After a four-year upgrade that concluded in 2024, the campground reopened with improved amenities while maintaining its natural character. Each campsite includes a picnic table and fire pit with grill, surrounded by the quiet beauty of this 12,000-acre forest. The campground provides access to Benedict Pond for swimming, fishing, and non-motorized boating. Extensive hiking trails wind through the forest, including the popular Benedict Pond Loop. The forest spans across Great Barrington, Monterey, Lee, and Tyringham, offering visitors diverse terrain to explore. Note that black bears are occasional visitors to this campground, and food storage lockers are provided at each site.

Directions

From East or West/MassPike (I-90): Take Exit 10 in Lee. Follow MA Rte. 102 west for 4.7 miles to Stockbridge. Turn left and follow U.S. Rte. 7 south for 6.1 miles to Great Barrington. Turn left and follow MA Rte. 23 east for 5.3 miles to Monterey. Turn left onto Blue Hill Road then follow the brown lead-in signs; 0.5 miles to park headquarters on left, or 2.2 miles to park entrance on right (Benedict Pond Rd.).

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