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MA |
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October Mountain State Forest offers yurt camping within a 47-site campground with a three-tiered layout. Visitors can camp, hike and enjoy the outdoors, while visiting nearby Tanglewood and other cultural and scenic attractions of the Central Berkshires. |
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From the East or West/Mass Pike (I-90): Take Exit 2 in Lee. Follow U.S. Rte. 20 West 1.1 miles through downtown Lee to Center Street. Turn right onto Center St. and follow (becomes Columbia St.) for 1 mile to Bradley Street. Turn right onto Bradley St. (becomes Woodland Rd.) and follow brown lead-in signs 1 mile to campground entrance. From North or South/Rte 7: (In Lenox Rte. 7 merged with U.S. Rte.20). At Walker Street stoplight turn left from north, or right from south and continue into Lenoxdale for 1 mile. Turn right onto Mill Street, cross bridge and continue for 0.5 mile to Bradley Street. Turn left onto Bradley St. (becomes Woodland Rd.) and follow brown lead-in signs 1 mile to campground entrance. Campground Address: 317 Woodland Road Lee, MA 01238 Campground Phone Number: 413-243-1778 |
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October Mountain offers 47 campsites, including three yurts. Yurts are canvas sided, cabin-like structures that can accommodate 4 to 6 people. Yurts offer bunk beds, chairs and tables, and access to water and electricity. (Linens and eating utensils are not provided.) NOTE: Electrical service is not sufficiently reliable for use with medical equipment. Comfort stations are located throughout the campground and offer hot showers and flushing toilets. Each campsite is provided with a picnic table and a fire ring. There are NO HOOKUPS at this campground, however a dumping station is available for the convenience of our RV and trailer campers. Please be advised there is an electric power station across the street from the Campground entrance. Patrons may notice a low frequency noise. |
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October Mountain State Forest |
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32615 |
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http://www.reserveamerica.com/campsiteSearch.do?contractCode=MA&parkId=32615&cmp=39-32--joewils |
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Please read the important information below, prior to making a reservation. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in all Massachusetts state parks and campgrounds. Massachusetts prohibits the transportation of firewood into or out of any DCR campground. Firewood must be purchased at the campground. Transportation of firewood or other wood products, may result in eviction. Check-in time is 1:00 to 9:00 pm; check out by 11:00 am. Quiet hours are 10:00 pm to 7:00 am. The use of generators is not permitted during quiet hours except for the purpose of operating a medical device. Reservation and Occupancy: Campers and/or camping equipment are limited to 14 cumulative days occupancy in any one park between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Violators of the 14-day limit may have their reservation cancelled and be asked to leave the park. Reservations must be in the name of the primary occupant, who is at least 18 years of age. A photo ID is required at check- in and must match the name on the reservation. Campsite occupancy is limited to four adults, or two adults and the children in their care. Campsites are limited to two tents, or one tent and one trailer or RV, and two vehicles maximum (including tow trailers) per site. Reservations with departure dates outside the 6-month maximum window cannot be changed or cancelled until 18 days after the reservation was made. Cancellations and changes will incur a $10 fee. Day of arrival cancellations require a phone call to the campground and will result in the loss of the first night's camping fee, plus the $10 cancellation fee. Reserved campsites will be held until 8:00 am on the day after your scheduled arrival date. If we are not contacted, your reservation will be no-showed resulting in no refund. Camping with Pets: Pets are permitted at most campgrounds and there is a limit of four pets per campsite. A current rabies certificate must be presented at check-in. Pets must be leashed at all times and cannot be left unattended. Pets are not permitted in state buildings or when camping in a yurt or cabin. |
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While in the area, be sure to visit other DCR properties: Beartown State Forest, Chester-Blandford State Forest, Pittsfield State Forest, East Mountain State Reservation, Bash Bish State Forest, Jug End State Forest, Mt. Washington State Forest. For more information please click here |
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At 16,600 acres, October Mountain is the largest state forest in Massachusetts. One of the most scenic trails leads through Schermerhorn Gorge, a striking natural feature which has intrigued generations of geologists. Countless varieties of wild plants and animals can be found throughout the varied terrain of this vast forest. |
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Hiking, ATV and OHV trails are available for every level of experience, and include the famous Appalachian Trail. October Mountain is one of DCRs recreation areas for ATVs and OHMs. Riders must obtain a free permit before riding. Read more at: Off Highway Vehicle page or call (413)358-2172. Hunting is permitted at October State Forest, for more information please click here |