A 562-acre DCR park built around a 25-acre pond, with a sand beach, a paved multi-use trail, and wooded hiking paths. Most of the developed facilities, including the beach and main gatehouse, sit just across the town line in Chicopee, with the park's northern woods and trails reaching toward Ludlow.
What to expect
Dogs
Leashed dogs are allowed; there is an informal dog swim spot past the main beach
Hours
9am-7pm Memorial Day-Labor Day; roughly 8:30am-3:30pm the rest of the year, weather dependent
Swim
Allowed Memorial Day-Labor Day
Fishing
Allowed year-round, catch-and-release on the reservoir
What's here
On site
Restroom
bathhouse near the beach
Common questions
Are there walking trails?
Yes, a paved multi-use trail runs about 2.6 miles plus additional dirt hiking paths through the wooded northern section toward Ludlow.
Is there an entry fee at Chicopee Memorial State Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Chicopee Memorial State Park?
Leashed dogs are allowed; there is an informal dog swim spot past the main beach
What rules should I know at Chicopee Memorial State Park?
The park can reach capacity on busy summer days and temporarily closes to new arrivals until space opens up. Dogs must be leashed park-wide.