A 1,027-acre pine-and-oak state forest spanning Foxborough and Wrentham, with 23 miles of trails through rock outcrops, vernal pools and a summit overlook at High Rock. It draws hikers, mountain bikers and horseback riders, with one marked loop open to off-highway motorcycles in season.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
23 miles easy to moderate · natural, with one designated OHM loop…
Dogs
Allowed. DCR requires dogs to be leashed on a leash no longer than 10 feet, with a maximum of four dogs per person
Accessibility
DCR lists accessible restrooms at this forest
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
What's here
On site
Picnic area
Picnic areas and grills
Info kiosk
Trail maps available at the ranger station
Common questions
Is mountain biking allowed?
Yes, mountain biking is one of the forest's most popular uses across its 23 miles of trail.
Where do I park at F. Gilbert Hills State Forest?
Free lot (free).
Are there trails at F. Gilbert Hills State Forest?
Yes. 23 miles. easy to moderate difficulty. Surface: natural, with one designated OHM loop blazed yellow.
Is there an entry fee at F. Gilbert Hills State Forest?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to F. Gilbert Hills State Forest?
Allowed. DCR requires dogs to be leashed on a leash no longer than 10 feet, with a maximum of four dogs per person
Is F. Gilbert Hills State Forest wheelchair accessible?
DCR lists accessible restrooms at this forest
What rules should I know at F. Gilbert Hills State Forest?
OHM riding season generally runs early May through November, weather permitting. Off-highway motorcycles are restricted to a single yellow-blazed loop; all other trails are closed to motorized use.