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Shawme-Crowell State Forest

Open to the publicPark · Sandwich, MA
Shawme-Crowell State Forest, Sandwich, Massachusetts
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What to expect

Parking
Free lot no day-use parking fee
Campsites
285
Site types
Tent / RV
Camping season
Mid-April to mid-October (regular season); limited Thu/Fri/Sat-only off-season Oct-April plus the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.
Nightly camp fee
$17/night MA resident / $54/night non-resident; small yurt $45/$120, large yurt $55/$140 (aggregator-sourced).
Camp reservations
reserveamerica.com (massdcrcamping.reserveamerica.com)
Entry fee
Free

Getting in

Parking
Free lot
Costno day-use parking fee

Common questions

Where do I park at Shawme-Crowell State Forest?
Free lot (no day-use parking fee).
When can I camp at Shawme-Crowell State Forest?
Mid-April to mid-October (regular season); limited Thu/Fri/Sat-only off-season Oct-April plus the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.
How much does it cost to camp at Shawme-Crowell State Forest?
$17/night MA resident / $54/night non-resident; small yurt $45/$120, large yurt $55/$140 (aggregator-sourced).
How do I reserve a campsite at Shawme-Crowell State Forest?
Reservations are handled through reserveamerica.com (massdcrcamping.reserveamerica.com). Book ahead, since MA state campgrounds fill fast in summer.
Is there an entry fee at Shawme-Crowell State Forest?
No, entry is free.

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BetaDetails are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Sourced 2026-07-11. Official source. Updated 2026-07-16.