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Arthur Wharton Swann State Forest

Details unconfirmedPreserve · Monterey, MA
Right now

A quiet DCR forest section abutting Beartown State Forest, mainly serving as a buffer between Monterey's developed center and the larger conservation block, with no separately maintained trailhead or parking of its own.

What to expect

Trails
Trails natural, part of the…
Entry fee
Free
Dogs
Leashed, 10-foot maximum, under control, per DCR's statewide pet policy for on-leash areas.
Hours
No gate; DCR state forests generally run sunrise to sunset per statewide park rules.
Managed by
DCR Division of State Parks and Recreation 413-528-0904 · Website

Common questions

Are there trails at Arthur Wharton Swann State Forest?
Yes. Surface: natural, part of the Beartown/Appalachian Trail corridor.
Is there an entry fee at Arthur Wharton Swann State Forest?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Arthur Wharton Swann State Forest?
Leashed, 10-foot maximum, under control, per DCR's statewide pet policy for on-leash areas.

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BetaSome details here are unconfirmed (parking, accessibility). Details are sourced from public agency data and can change through the season. Confirm locally before you go. Updated 2026-09-13.