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Erving State Forest

Details unconfirmedPreserve · Orange, MA

Right now

Erving State Forest's main developed facilities, the Laurel Lake campground and swimming beach, sit across the town line in Erving. The town of Orange's own 2026 Open Space plan counts a 114-acre slice of the forest within Orange for hiking, camping, and boating.

What to expect

Dogs

Dogs allowed at campsites on-leash with rabies certificate at check-in, max 4 per site; not permitted in designated swimming areas May 1-Sept 15

Banned now · back Sep

Managed by

DCR - Division of State Parks and Recreation

Common questions

Can I bring my dog to Erving State Forest?

Dogs allowed at campsites on-leash with rabies certificate at check-in, max 4 per site; not permitted in designated swimming areas May 1-Sept 15

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