2,432 acres of regenerating hill forest straddling Granville and Tolland, built around the Hubbard River as it drops 450 feet in 2.5 miles over rock ledges, pools, and small waterfalls. The campground sits in mature pine at the end of 1.6 miles of unpaved road, quiet even by Berkshire standards.
What to expect
Dogs
Leashed or tethered (10-foot max) except while hunting, hunt-dog training, or search-dog training, under DCR's statewide pet rule; pets are banned from designated swimming areas May 1 through Sept 15
Banned now · back SepHours
Half hour before sunrise to half hour after sunset, unless otherwise posted (statewide DCR rule)
Fishing
Allowed year-round on the Hubbard River
What's here
On site
Restroom
Campground comfort station (flush toilets, hot showers, dishwashing station)
Showers
hot showers at the campground comfort station
Picnic area
picnic table, fire ring, and bear-resistant food locker at each of the 22 campsites
Common questions
Is Granville State Forest open today?
Granville State Forest is a public preserve in Tolland, MA. Posted hours: Half hour before sunrise to half hour after sunset, unless otherwise posted (statewide DCR rule).
Is the road in rough on a low car?
The final approach is 1.6-2 miles of unpaved West Hartland Road, described elsewhere as better suited to smaller rigs than large RVs.
Can I bring my dog to Granville State Forest?
Leashed or tethered (10-foot max) except while hunting, hunt-dog training, or search-dog training, under DCR's statewide pet rule; pets are banned from designated swimming areas May 1 through Sept 15