A 909-acre DCR state park built around a working dairy farm, with over 20 miles of multi-use trails, a canoe/fishing pond, a seasonal ice cream stand, and a groomed cross-country ski center in winter.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot $3/day for both MA residents and non-residents, charged April 1 - November 30 · unconfirmed
Trails
Over 20 miles of multi-use trails for hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, dog-walking and equestrian use; roughly 10+ miles machine-groomed for…
Dogs
Allowed caged, bridled, or on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large, and waste must be carried out. Hunting, hunting-dog training, dog sledding, sled-dog training and…
Hours
Open from half an hour before sunrise to half an hour after sunset as published by the National Weather Service, unless posted or permitted otherwise. Fishing, camping, snowmobiling and other authorized nighttime activities are not held…
Kayak/Canoe
Allowed ice-free months
Fishing
Allowed year-round per MA fishing regs
Cross-Country Skiing
Allowed December 1 - March 31, snow permitting
Mountain Biking
Allowed year-round, non-winter
Horseback Riding
Allowed year-round
Farm Tour
Allowed weekends, May through October
What's here
On site
Playground
No playground documented; this is a trail/farm/pond-focused state park, not a playground park.
Restroom
Composting/vault toilets near the Hart Barn area.
Restroom
Flush restrooms at the main parking lot, about a mile from the Hart Barn.
Great Brook Ski Touring Center
seasonal
Common questions
Can I camp at Great Brook Farm State Park?
No; despite the ReserveAmerica listing, the park is a day-use area centered on the dairy farm. The Hart Barn group facility hosts events up to 50 people but tents and RVs are not accommodated.
When can I cross-country ski here?
The Great Brook Ski Touring Center grooms trails December 1 through March 31 (snow permitting) and rents skis and snowshoes on-site; cash or check only.
Yes, a daily parking fee is charged in season (see parking_lots) for both MA residents and non-residents.
Where do I park at Great Brook Farm State Park?
Paid lot ($3/day for both MA residents and non-residents, charged April 1 - November 30).
Can I bring my dog to Great Brook Farm State Park?
Allowed caged, bridled, or on a leash or tether no longer than ten feet, unless an area is posted otherwise; never unattended or at large, and waste must be carried out. Hunting, hunting-dog training, dog sledding, sled-dog training and search-dog training are excepted (302 CMR 12.13).
What rules should I know at Great Brook Farm State Park?
Overnight camping/tents not permitted; the Hart Barn group facility is day-use/event space only, not a campground.