A 2,750-acre block of state forest spanning Middlefield, Peru and Worthington, with hiking, hunting, fishing and birdwatching along old logging roads. The main trailhead, on Garnet Hill Trail, climbs to a World War II memorial at the summit of Garnet Hill.
What to expect
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
Fishing
Allowed per state fishing regulations
Common questions
Can I bring my dog to Peru 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).