A 1,025-acre DCR park that follows the meandering Westfield River, mostly through Agawam with only a small edge reaching into Westfield. Twenty miles of trails and a wide paved path draw hikers, joggers and cyclists, but the former swim beach has been permanently closed since 2024 over water-quality concerns.
What to expect
Trails
About 20 miles of trails and paved roads for hiking, cycling and cross-country skiing, including a section of the Metacomet-Monadnock Trail. Mostly easy to…
Dogs
Dogs must be attended and leashed at all times; prohibited from swimming beaches and inside state buildings including restrooms. Owners must pick up waste.
Accessibility
Accessible bathrooms and parking at the main entrance; some trails and the paved multi-use path are stroller/wheelchair accessible.
Managed by
DCR - Division of State Parks and Recreation
(413) 786-2877 · WebsiteGetting in
Parking
Parking not sourced yet
Check the town or agency pages before you go.
What's here
On site
Restroom
Near the North Street entrance/picnic area
Picnic area
Picnic tables and a pavilion; pavilion reservation is $65/day through ReserveAmerica.
Common questions
Is Robinson State Park open today?
Robinson State Park is a public preserve in Westfield, MA. There is no live closure feed for preserves & forests; the town's site is the authority for temporary closures.
Can I still swim at Robinson State Park?
No. DCR permanently closed the swimming area in 2024 because of water-quality concerns, though fishing and canoeing on the river are still fine.
Yes, there's a DCR campground booked through ReserveAmerica, though this profile focuses on the day-use park; check ReserveAmerica for current site types and rates before you plan a trip.
Is any of this actually in Westfield?
Only a small edge; almost all of the park's 1,025 acres and its main entrance sit in Agawam, with the Westfield line touching the park's northern reaches along the Westfield River.
Is there an entry fee at Robinson State Park?
No, entry is free.
Can I bring my dog to Robinson State Park?
Dogs must be attended and leashed at all times; prohibited from swimming beaches and inside state buildings including restrooms. Owners must pick up waste.
Is Robinson State Park wheelchair accessible?
Accessible bathrooms and parking at the main entrance; some trails and the paved multi-use path are stroller/wheelchair accessible.
What rules should I know at Robinson State Park?
Dogs prohibited from swimming beaches and inside state buildings/restrooms.