A 562 to 575-acre DCR park built around a former water-supply reservoir, with a guarded pond beach, a paved loop trail, picnic groves, and a campground, all inside city limits.
What to expect
Parking
Paid lot · unconfirmed
Entry fee
$8/vehicle parking fee in season; free the rest of the year.
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
9am-7pm Memorial Day-Labor Day; 8:30am-3:30pm rest of year, weather dependent
Swim
Allowed Memorial Day-Labor Day, lifeguarded, at the park's beach
Fishing
Allowed year-round, shoreline only, no boats
Managed by
DCR - Division of State Parks and Recreation
413-594-9416 · WebsiteWhat's here
On site
Restroom
near beach/pavilion
Common questions
Where do I park at Chicopee Memorial State Park?
Paid lot ($8/day in season).
Is there an entry fee at Chicopee Memorial State Park?
Yes, $8/vehicle parking fee in season; free the rest of the year.
Can I bring my dog to Chicopee Memorial 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 Chicopee Memorial State Park?
Park reaches capacity on busy summer days and temporarily closes to new arrivals until space opens up.