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Otter River State Forest

Open to the publicPark · Templeton, MAUpdated Sep 13, 2026
Otter River State Forest, Baldwinville, Massachusetts
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What to expect

Parking
Paid lot $8/day MA-resident vehicle, $30/day non-resident vehicle, May 23-Sep 7. Campsite parking (1 vehicle/site) is included in the campsite fee, with an overflow lot near the Contact Station.
Campsites
76
Site types
Tent / RV
Camping season
Reported as late May through mid-October by one listing; not confirmed on mass.gov.
Nightly camp fee
$17/night MA resident / $54/night non-resident; small yurt $45/$120, large yurt $54/$140 (the resident/non-resident spread on yurts looks unusually wide and is unconfirmed against an official page).
Camp reservations
reserveamerica.com (massdcrcamping.reserveamerica.com)
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…

Common questions

Is Otter River State Forest open today?
Otter River State Forest is a public park in Templeton, MA. Posted 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….
Where do I park at Otter River State Forest?
Paid lot ($8/day MA-resident vehicle, $30/day non-resident vehicle, May 23-Sep 7. Campsite parking (1 vehicle/site) is included in the campsite fee, with an overflow lot near the Contact Station.).
When can I camp at Otter River State Forest?
Reported as late May through mid-October by one listing; not confirmed on mass.gov.
How much does it cost to camp at Otter River State Forest?
$17/night MA resident / $54/night non-resident; small yurt $45/$120, large yurt $54/$140 (the resident/non-resident spread on yurts looks unusually wide and is unconfirmed against an official page).
How do I reserve a campsite at Otter River State Forest?
Reservations are handled through reserveamerica.com (massdcrcamping.reserveamerica.com). Book ahead, since MA state campgrounds fill fast in summer.
Can I bring my dog to Otter River State Forest?
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).

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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 2026-09-13.