A DCR forest straddling the Hubbardston/Templeton line, with several unmarked-to-moderate trails through hardwoods and rock outcrops. It's used mostly by hikers, mountain bikers, and hunters rather than being a destination day-park.
What to expect
Trails
Several trails (Red Oak, Canesto Hill, Copperas Mine, Muzzy Ridge, Laurel, Link) totaling several miles on natural surface, easy to moderate difficulty. A…
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…
Birdwatching
Allowed year-round
Managed by
DCR, Ware River Watershed / Dunn State Park regional office
978-632-7897 · WebsiteCommon questions
Can I bring my dog to Hubbardston 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).