A 5,000-acre state forest with 25 miles of color-coded trails for hiking, horseback riding and dirt biking, plus a seasonal spray deck and picnic area at the day-use headquarters. It also holds the remains of Profile Rock, a granite outcrop damaged by vandals in 2019.
What to expect
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…
Managed by
Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation
(508) 644-5522 · WebsiteCommon questions
Can I still visit Profile Rock?
Yes, the site remains open, though the rock formation itself was heavily damaged in 2019 and the area shows ongoing graffiti.
Is there an entry fee at Freetown-Fall River State Forest?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Freetown-Fall 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).
What rules should I know at Freetown-Fall River State Forest?
Motorized off-road use limited to designated dirt-bike (orange) trails; bridle trails (red) reserved for horseback riding.