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.
Winter Weather Advisory issued January 6 at 12:55PM EST until January 7 at 11:00AM EST by NWS Albany NY
* WHAT...Mixed precipitation expected. Total snow and sleet accumulations 1 to 3 inches and flat ice accumulations up to two tenths of an inch. * WHERE...Northern Litchfield County in northwestern Connecticut, the Berkshires of western Massachusetts, Southern Vermont and the western and southern Adirondacks, Mohawk and Schoharie Valleys, eastern Catskills, Helderbergs, and the Lake George and Saratoga Regions of eastern New York. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening and Wednesday morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A wintry mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain is expected to develop late this afternoon and continue through tonight before winding down as some snow or rain late Wednesday morning.
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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Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $14 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 25ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| beartown.forest@mass.gov | |
| Phone | +1 (413) 528-0904 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
Availability
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