A large state-owned forest of fire roads and singletrack spanning Grove, Beaver, South, Forge Hill and Spring Streets, used for hiking, mountain biking, cross-country skiing, and a dedicated off-highway-motorcycle trail loop.
What to expect
Parking
Free lot free · unconfirmed
Trails
Extensive network of fire roads and singletrack for hiking and mountain biking, plus a separate 8-mile yellow-blazed loop reserved for off-highway motorcycles…
Dogs
Dogs are welcome but must be leashed.
Accessibility
Unconfirmed; trails are natural-surface fire roads and singletrack, not paved.
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
MA Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR)
WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Free lot
Costfree
Details unconfirmed
What's here
On site
Info kiosk
Welcome sign/kiosk at the Grove Street entrance.
Not here
No drinking water
No water source noted at trailheads.
Common questions
Are there trails, and how long or hard are they?
Yes, an extensive network of fire roads and singletrack winds through more than 750 acres in Franklin, generally easy to moderate walking or riding.
Yes, hunting is permitted in season, roughly October through February.
Where do I park at Franklin State Forest?
Free lot (free).
Is there an entry fee at Franklin State Forest?
Not confirmed; check the town's page before you go.
Can I bring my dog to Franklin State Forest?
Dogs are welcome but must be leashed.
Is Franklin State Forest wheelchair accessible?
Unconfirmed; trails are natural-surface fire roads and singletrack, not paved.
What rules should I know at Franklin State Forest?
No ATVs or quads; only Off-Highway Motorcycles are permitted, and only on the yellow-blazed trail.