Ashley Lake, Sandwash Reservoir, Washington Mountain Lake, Woods Pond, Buckley Dunton Lake, Yokum Pond, Finerty Pond Dam, Becket Mountain, Walling Mountain, Bald Top, Rocktober
Last Known Status
Open
DESCRIPTION
This large state forest offers miles of ATV trails that wind through over 16,000 acres of maple trees. There are multiple staging areas along with access to the famous Appalachian Trail (non-motorized use). ATVs are permitted on the trails during daylight hours only. Snowmobiles can explore theses trails during winter months. The forest offers one campground that has basic amenities however there is no direct trail access and machines must be hauled to and from the staging areas.
From: Lenox, MA
1) Take US-7 north about 5 miles
2) Turn right on Walker Street, continue 1.7 miles
3) Turn left on Willow Hill Road, continue 1.6 miles.
4) Staging area will be on the right.
TYPE OF AREA
Area
Trail
Land
State Forest
QUALITY
Rating
Recommended Stay
Full Day
TERRAIN
Square Miles
26
Miles Of Trail
30
Climate Type
Forest
Elevation
1000 to 2000 ft.
Trail Maintenance
Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained
Hard Pack
Some
Mud
Some
Rocks
Mostly
Trees
All
Water Crossings
Some
Hazards
Few
(hazards assumed marked but use caution)
Novice
Some
Amateur
Mostly
Expert
Little
REGULATIONS
Permit Required
Yes
Daily Riding Permit and Massachusetts Registration Sticker
Dates Open
May 1 through last Sunday of November
Spark Arrestor
Yes
A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise Limit
Yes (96 dB)
Night Riding
No
Flags
Not Required
Two Strokes
No Restriction
Cross Country
Prohibited
ATVs
Some Areas
UTVs
Some Areas
4x4s (registered)
Prohibited
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies
Prohibited
Bicycles
No Restriction
Hiking
No Restriction
Horseback
No Restriction
Camping
Some Areas
(camp in developed sites only)
Campfires
Law Enforcement
Insurance
*Disclaimer: RiderPlanet strongly recommends that all visitors get insurance for their ATV, UTV or motorcycle before visiting any of the locations shown on this website.
Comment
ATVs and motorcycles must be registered in Massachusetts, no reciprocity with other states.
FEES
Parking
No ($0.00)
Entry
No ($0.00)
Riding
No ($0.00)
Camping
Yes Tent: $12.00 RV: $12.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00 Non-residents - $14/night, Large Yurt - $40/night, Small Yurt - $30
Comment
RVs restricted to 34'
KEY SERVICES
First Aid
5-20 Miles (SW)
Fairview Hospital (413) 528-0790
Gasoline
1-5 Miles (S)
Lee Sunoco (413) 243-4356
Diesel
1-5 Miles (S)
Lee
Water
On Site
RV Hookup
5-20 Miles (NE)
Summit Hill Campground (413) 623-5761
RV Disposal
On Site
$15/non-campers
Campground
On Site
Conv Store
5-20 Miles (SW)
O'Connell Convenience Plus (413) 298-4036
Swim Area
On Site
Water Body
On Site
Woods Pond
Boat Ramp
On Site
CONTACTS
Contact Info
October Mountain State Forest 256 Woodland Road Lee, MA 01238 (413) 243-1778 www.mass.gov
Contact Info
Massachusetts Environmental Police 251 Causeway Street, Suite 101 Boston, MA 02114 (617) 626-1610 www.mass.gov
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